ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

119 (emergency telephone number)

When you're in trouble, whether you're at home playing or out with your family or friends, you can call this special number - 119 - for help! This is the emergency number that you can dial from any phone, and it connects you to people who can help you quickly when you're in danger.

When you're calling 119, you need to tell the person who answers the phone what kind of trouble you're having. It might be a fire or a medical emergency, or you might need help because someone is hurting you. Whatever the problem is, the person on the other end of the line will talk to you and help you get the help you need.

It's important to remember that 119 is for emergencies only. That means you should only use it when you really, really need help right away. If you dial 119 for something that's not an emergency, you could be taking up valuable time and resources that someone else might need more urgently.

So, always remember - when you're in a scary or dangerous situation and you need help fast, call 119 and tell the person on the phone what's going on. They'll get you the help you need quickly and safely!