How do I text to 9-1-1? Enter the numbers “911” in the “To” or “Recipient” field. The first text to 9-1-1 should be short, include the address, and ask for police, fire or ambulance. Push the “Send” button.

The answer is: yes. You don’t have to call during an emergency but can text 911 instead. Police services across the United States began implementing a program in 2014 that makes it possible for you to text 911 in many areas, since then, over 1,000 911 call centers have integrated this ability.

Simple Steps to Texting 9-1-1 in an Emergency

1. Enter the numbers 911 in the “To” field.
2. The first text you send should be a short explanation of emergency with the location of that emergency and the type of help needed.
3. Push the “Send” button to send the text to 9-1-1.

How to send a text to 911

1. Open your mobile phone’s text messaging program.
2. Enter the numbers 911 in the “To” field.
3. Type a message with the location of the emergency (including city) and the nature of the emergency (what is happening and whether you need police, fire or medical aid).
4. Press the “Send” button or arrow.

Texting 911 is different than making a voice call. When you call 911 from a mobile phone, the call center will usually receive your phone number and your approximate location automatically. But if you text 911, the call taker may not receive your phone number or location.

Most residents of Sherwood can now send a text message to 911 for emergency help when unable to make a 911 voice call.

Smith County residents can text 911 if they’re unable to call in an emergency. The Text-to-911 service allows users to send a text message to reach 911 emergency call takers from a mobile phone or device. Mobile phone users should enter the phone number 911, with no dashes, in the “to” or recipient field.

Imagine a police officer or fire truck being within 50 feet of a person in need or 300 feet away. “In one you may be able to see when emergency services arrive,” Richard Fultz, Director of Perry County Emergency Management Agency, said. “They may be able to see the incident and the people.

Select counties in the following states now have the text-to-911 option, the document states, including Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Montana, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, and Virginia.

Anyone in need of services from Beaumont Police or Beaumont fire dispatch can always text 911 for emergencies or call (409) 838-6371, Beaumont Police said.

Do I have to give my name? The call-taker is always required to ask the caller’s name and phone number. This is in case we have to call you back, or the responders need to talk to someone who actually saw what happened.

When you call 911 from a cellphone, there’s no guarantee dispatchers will know exactly where you are.