Only call 999 in 'genuine emergency', ambulance ask
The service said it experienced a surge in calls on Wednesday
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Jersey's ambulance service has asked islanders to only call 999 if they are "facing a genuine emergency".
The appeal was made after a surge in calls on Wednesday, placing a "significant strain" on the emergency response system.
The service said the appeal remained on Thursday.
The Jersey Ambulance Service said calling the emergency number for non-urgent care could lead to delays in attending life-threatening situations.
It advised people to call a healthcare provider, GP surgery or pharmacy for non-urgent medical advice.
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