This is a critical situation.

Meaning

The situation is extremely serious and requires urgent action.

Examples

• John: We've lost all contact with the team on the mountain.
• Alice: Oh no! What do we do?
• John: <b>This is a critical situation.</b> We need to contact emergency services immediately.
• Alice: I'm calling them now. <b>This is a critical situation</b> and we need to act fast.