| Back to Report It! |
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Report a Hazard |
Phone:911 Cell:*78 |
| Remember... | Explanation... | Example... |
| Activity | What is the hazard? Examples |
"Manhole cover off and lying to the side of the street... |
| Location | Where did you see it? Address best, street intersection OK, "400 yards west of Walmart" if you have to. | ...near 504 1st Ave... |
| EMS | Injuries that require immediate response by Emergency Medical Services (ie ambulance) | ...no injuries... |
| Response Time |
When did this occur? In progress? A few minutes ago? Hours ago? This determines the urgency of getting police or medical to the scene. | ...it's off right now... |
| Suspect | Was it caused by a
crime? Did you see suspicious
activity? If So:
Description: people and vehicles Armed? weapons Location now or where you saw him go |
...three teenage girls ran off as I approached. One had long blonde hair and a Kansas City Chiefs Starter Jacket. Too dark to see the others. Headed south on 1st Ave." |
Answer Dispatcher questions as clearly as possible!
OPTIONAL things you can do to help:
1) Identify yourself by name when you call in
2) Call 911 with updates if situation changes
3) Wait for arrival of police or emergency crews... especially if the hazard is not obvious.