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911 calls generally equate to an emergency, and prompt first responder dispatch time may be a matter of life or death.  A 911 call from a landline pinpoints the call to a specific address, allowing prompt dispatch even if the caller cannot speak.  However, a 911 call from a cell phone does NOT narrow your location to a specific address, which can significantly delay first responders.  Technology improvements are in the works for cell phones to pinpoint locations in 911 situations similar to a landline, but those improvements aren’t in place today. 

 

A 911 call on a cell phone can only triangulate coordinates, which takes time, and results in only an approximate location. To minimize response time when calling from a cell phone:

1.   Know the address where you are located.

2.   Know the city or township (not the mailing address but the municipality) from which you are calling.

3.  Clearly and calmly state the emergency and the assistance you need.

The dispatchers are highly trained professionals who want to help.  The landline call eliminates one important variable they must know….the location of the emergency.   If you are calling from a cell phone, make sure you give the information needed to get the responders to the right location as quickly as possible.

 

For more information:  https://www.verywellhealth.com/before-you-call-911-on-a-cell-phone-1298351