How do I make a 911 call?
In an emergency, dial 911 on your phone. It’s a free call.


You can use any kind of phone: push button, rotary, cellular/wireless, cordless, or pay phone. Stay calm and state your emergency. Speak loudly and clearly when possible. Give the 911 call taker your name, phone number and the address where help is needed. Answer the call taker’s questions. Stay on the telephone if it’s safe to do so, and don’t hang up until the call taker tells you to.

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1. Can I text 911 for help in Roscommon County?
2. What is 911?
3. How does 911 find me?
4. What if a 911 caller is deaf, or hearing/speech impaired?
5. Does it cost money to call 911?
6. What's the rule regarding prank or repeated accidental 911 calls?
7. How do I make a 911 call?
8. What if the 911 caller doesn't speak English?
9. When should you use 911?