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| WHAT IS 911? 911 is the number to dial for the fastest possible emergency response when you need Police, Fire, or Medical Assistance in a life or death situation. Your call is answered by a county operator to determine which service you need. If it is determined that you need the police, your call will be transferred to your local Police Department. WHEN TO CALL 911: 911 is the number to dial when an emergency is occurring or has just occurred. No money is needed to dial 911 from a pay phone or cell phone. Answer all of the operators questions as accurately as possible. Do not call 911 for Non-Emergency situations. EXAMPLES OF 911 CALLS: Someone breaking into your home or a neighbors home now. Shootings Fires Traffic accidents with injuries A person screaming A child choking Fights or displays of weapons WHEN NOT TO CALL 911: Abandoned vehicles Loud parties Barking dogs Vandalism |
WHEN TO CALL 911 |
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Calling 911 is very stressful and it's easy to feel overwhelmed. 911 call-takers
are trained to guide callers through the experience, but knowing what to expect
can help make the 911 call go smoothly and get emergency help where and
when it's needed. Remember:
WHEN CALLING 911 FROM A CELL PHONE
When you make a 911 call on a cell phone, you are sending signals through
the air. The tower that picks up your phone's signal may be near, but it isn't
enough to tell the dispatcher where to find you.
Wireless carriers are required to complete 911 calls, even when the phone is
not activated. Any phone that turns on and can receive a signal is capable of
making a 911 call.
NO MATTER WHAT GIVE YOUR LOCATION!
are trained to guide callers through the experience, but knowing what to expect
can help make the 911 call go smoothly and get emergency help where and
when it's needed. Remember:
- Stay calm.
- Know the location of the emergency and the number you are calling from.
- Wait for the call-taker to ask questions, then answer clearly and calmly
- If you reach a recording, listen to what it says.
- Let the call-taker guide the conversation.
- Follow all directions.
- Keep your eyes open.
- Do not hang up the call
WHEN CALLING 911 FROM A CELL PHONE
When you make a 911 call on a cell phone, you are sending signals through
the air. The tower that picks up your phone's signal may be near, but it isn't
enough to tell the dispatcher where to find you.
Wireless carriers are required to complete 911 calls, even when the phone is
not activated. Any phone that turns on and can receive a signal is capable of
making a 911 call.
NO MATTER WHAT GIVE YOUR LOCATION!
