What do I say when I call 9-1-1?
The types of questions you should be prepared to answer include:

- Is this a police, fire or medical
emergency?

- Where is the emergency?

- What is occurring?

- When did this occur?

- Do you have any suspect and/or
suspect vehicle descriptions?

- Are there now or were weapons
involved? (gun, knife, stick, etc.)

You will be asked to give your name, address and telephone number (anonymous calls are accepted). If you are safely able to do so, please remain on the telephone to provide additional information as requested.

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1. What happens when I call 9-1-1?
2. What do I say when I call 9-1-1?
3. What if I dial 9-1-1 by mistake?
4. What about 9-1-1 and cell phones?