10. Warnings and emergencies

Conversation Workbook, level B1, lesson 10. Warnings and emergencies.

Exercise 3. Listen to the conversation. A call to 911.

Nine-one-one. What's your emergency?

Hello, there's a fire in the building across the street. I can see smoke coming from a window.

What's the address?

It's 45 Oak Street, next to the supermarket. The fire is on the third floor.

Is anyone inside?

I think so. There's a woman on the balcony with a small child.

Are they hurt?

No, they seem OK, but they're very scared.

The fire department is on the way. They'll be there in about four minutes. Please stay outside and don't go into the building.

What should I do until they arrive?

Tell the woman to stay on the balcony and close the door behind her. Keep other people away from the entrance.

OK. Thank you.

Exercise 4. Your turn. Listen, stop the recording and answer. Then listen to a possible answer.

A.

Emergency services. What's your emergency?

There's been an accident. Someone is hurt.

B.

Where are you?

We're on Main Street, next to the pharmacy.

C.

Is he conscious?

Yes, he's conscious, but he can't move his leg.

D.

An ambulance is on the way.

What should I do until the ambulance arrives?

E.

Police. How can I help you?

I'd like to report a theft. Someone has stolen my bike.

F.

What's the emergency number in Europe?

It's 112 in Europe and 911 in the U.S.

This is the end of the recording.