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9·1·1
What Is... 9·1·1
9·1·1 is a three-digit telephone number that you can call 24 hours
a day for police, fire or emergency medical services.
When Should I Use... 9·1·1
Call 9·1·1 for police, fire and medical service when a response is
needed.
Why... 9·1·1
It saves valuable time in an EMERGENCY. According to nationwide
statistics, it can take up to 2 1/2 minutes to find your telephone directory and another
30 seconds to locate the correct number. In an EMERGENCY, 3 minutes is a long time -- time
that can be saved by remembering to call 9·1·1!
How It Works ... 9·1·1
When you call 9·1·1, your call is received by a communications
specialist who takes your information. Then, the appropriate police, fire and/or emergency
medical team located in your area is notified, and service is dispatched.
When Should I Not Use... 9·1·1
Routine business calls or inquiries about law enforcement, fire or
medical matters.
Business such as:
· billing information for ambulance service you have received.
· how to obtain burning permits.
· general inquiries or follow-up information regarding police matters which have
previously been reported.
· road/weather condition reports.
Please contact the appropriate agency during regular business hours, or any 24-hour
non-emergency number listed in your local telephone directory.
HOW DO I Use... 9·1·1
Remain calm. Speak clearly.
Provide the communications specialist with the following information:
· What is happening?
· Where is the location?
· Your address, nearest cross street and name.
· The phone number from which you are calling.
*Please be willing to remain on the telephone to provide any additional
information which may be needed.
Remember:
9·1·1 is only a telephone number. A quick response depends upon
the vital information which you provide about what is happening, its location, and how
well your residence and driveway is marked.
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