What should I do if I accidentally dial 911? Deer Park Police posted a public service announcement advising people what they should do if they accidentally dial emergency services.
File image of a 911 call (Canva)
If you accidentally dial 911, here’s what you should do, according to the Deer Park Police Department:
If you dial 911 by mistake, don’t hang up -- 911 officials may think that an emergency exists and spend precious time tracking down accidental calls. Instead, simply explain to the call-taker what happened.
Have you dialed 911 by accident before? What happened? Share your experiences in the comment section.
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