Text to 911
Starting December 19, 2017, citizens in Dickinson County will be able to text to 911. Here are some important facts:
- Your phone plan 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, as translation for text is not currently available
- You must provide your location and the nature of assistance you need - 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 call or power off your phone unless the dispatcher advises. 911 centers cannot initiate a text message
- If text-to-911 has not been implemented in the jurisdiction in which you are located, you will receive a bounce-back message advising you to place a voice call
For more information on Text-to-911 in Kansas see the Kansas 911 Coordinating Council's site or watch this public service video.
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Text to 911
Starting December 19, 2017, citizens in Dickinson County will be able to text to 911. Here are some important facts:
- Your phone plan 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, as translation for text is not currently available
- You must provide your location and the nature of assistance you need - 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 call or power off your phone unless the dispatcher advises. 911 centers cannot initiate a text message
- If text-to-911 has not been implemented in the jurisdiction in which you are located, you will receive a bounce-back message advising you to place a voice call
For more information on Text-to-911 in Kansas see the Kansas 911 Coordinating Council's site or watch this public service video.