Can the hearing and speech-impaired use 9-1-1?
Yes, in communities where 9-1-1 is available, a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) is connected to 9-1-1. Simply dial 9-1-1 and press the space bar for response. Does a person need to speak English when calling 9-1-1? No. It is common for 9-1-1 centers to have bilingual 9-1-1 call takers and dispatchers; however if there is not one available, the 9-1-1 call taker can add on an interpreter through the use of a language line service, which offers translations in more than 140 languages. *REMEMBER: Dial 9-1-1 when seconds count • It is easy to remember in moments of stress. • It is quicker to dial than a seven-digit number. • It is the number to use in summoning the police, fire, or emergency medical services. • If you cannot speak, the telecommunicator can trace your call through the 9-1-1 system features. When To Call 9-1-1 9-1-1 is reserved for emergency situations only. An emergency is any situation that requires immediate assistance from the police/sheriff, the fire departm
