Teach your child to contact 9-1–1 and what to say in an emergency. Practice, practice, practice. The more repetition you can provide, the easier it will be for your child to recall the steps, especially in stressful situations.

It’s so important for kids to know their home address. This is because most 9-1-1 calls from children are when there is an emergency at home.

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Multiline phone systems must be able to direct dial 9-1-1 without dialing a 9 or other digits first. Sept. 1 every year is the deadline for compliance or a waiver must be submitted.

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During a power outage, 9-1-1 doesn’t have the ability to restore power…and calling to report a power outage only ties up the line for others who are in an emergency. 9-1-1 is ONLY for real life-threatening emergencies--for police, fire or medical help.

Say NO to strangers! Personalizing backpacks and school supplies can expose children to dangerous people. If a predator can read the name on a labeled backpack, it can make kids think that it is safe to go with them.

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All students need to be prepared for what to do in an emergency. Contact 9-1-1 for police, fire or medical emergencies. Call if you can, text if you can't.

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9-1-1 is ONLY for real life-threatening emergencies! Every second counts. An emergency is any situation that requires immediate assistance from a police/sheriff, fire fighter or medical help. It should never be used for non-emergencies.

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