When should I call 911?

Call 911 when you need to report an incident that is:

  • a threat to life and/or property, such as a fire or smoke,
  • any emergency crime in progress or that has just recently occurred,
  • any fire or medical problem that will require emergency assistance.

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1. When should I call 911?
2. When should I avoid calling 911?
3. What will the 911 call-taker need to know when I call 911?
4. What is the difference between 911 and 311?
5. What is the difference between a residential call and a cell phone call?
6. What if I have a non-emergency call?
7. Can I request copies of dispatch reports or 911 audio recordings?