Text-to-911 available soon in Barber County
On Nov. 3, Text-to-911 will be available in Barber County. Text-to-911 is the ability to send SMS text messages to your local 911 call center during an emergency. Text-to-911 should only be used in an emergency and in circumstances when you cannot safely call 911.
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November 1, 2017
Important Facts
Your phone must have a data or text plan to be able to use this service.
Text in simple words – no slang or abbreviations.
Messages must be in English at this time if possible; translation for text is not currently available.
You must provide your location and nature of assistance needed – police, fire or medical.
You cannot send group messages to 911.
No pictures, videos, emoticons or emojis can be accepted at this time.
Do not end your text or power off your phone unless the dispatcher advises; 911 centers cannot initiate text messages.
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