What type of information should I give to 911?

Every call is different. Simply follow the questions the dispatcher asks. Be ready to provide: where you are, what happened, who is involved, and how and why it happened. Other specific questions could be asked such as weapons involved, vehicles involved and direction of travel, if they left the scene, descriptions of people involved, etc. The most important thing in these situations is to remain calm and clear to the dispatcher, so he or she can send you the help you need.

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1. Who answers 911 calls?
2. What should I do if I accidentally call 911?
3. When should I call 911?
4. What type of information should I give to 911?
5. If I call 911 on a cellular telephone, will I be found?
6. If it is not an emergency, should I call 911?
7. Can I talk to the Police Chief or Sheriff if I call 911?
8. If someone is knocking on my door asking to call the police, must I let them in?
9. Is it true that I can call 911 from any disconnected wireless telephone?
10. I have called. Where is the officer?
11. Will the dispatcher help in medical situations?
12. I am not happy with the service I received on the phone. What can I do?
13. Can I call 911 if I'm hearing impaired?
14. Can someone call 911 who does not speak English?