What information should I give to the dispatcher?
1. The location of the emergency. Be as exact as possible, a house address or street intersection.

2. A description of the emergency or event.

3. Names and descriptions of persons involved.

4. Descriptions of vehicles involved.

5. Any injuries to yourself or other individuals along with the type of injury if known.

6. Were any weapons involved, and if so, how many and what type.

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1. How do I know when to call 911 and when to call the non-emergency line at 863-7820?
2. What information should I give to the dispatcher?
3. Do dispatchers wait until your call is completed before sending out emergency units?
4. Can I dial 911 from my cell phone?