Calling 9-1-1.....
When should you use 9-1-1?

Dial 9-1-1 for police, fire, and medical service when a Emergency response is needed.

What happens when I call 9-1-1?

When you dial 9-1-1, your call will be received by a communications specialist who takes your information. Then, the appropriate police, fire, or medical team located in your area is notified and service is dispatched.

How do I use 9-1-1?

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Remain calm. Speak Clearly

Provide the communications specialist with the following information:

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When should you use the toll free non-emergency number?

1-800-249-0911

The non-emergency number is to assist the public when the use of 9-1-1 is not an urgent request or life and property are not in danger. The non-emergency number is toll free, and answered twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Call 1-800-249-0911 when there is no immediate danger to life or property. (Non-Emergency)

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Examples:

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• Animal Control calls (no threat to public safety)
• Miscellaneous Crimes or any type of incident that has occurred at an earlier time/date that needs a police investigation and/or a report.
• Miscellaneous calls for service where police or fire assistance would be helpful.
• Informational requests related to police or fire activity

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.