ONLY TEXT 911 IN AN EMERGENCY WHERE YOU ARE UNABLE TO CALL.
IF YOU ARE SHELTERINGIN PLACE - SILENCE YOUR CELLPHONE

TEXT-TO-911 NOW AVAILABLE IN PARK COUNTY
HOW DO I TEXT TO 911
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Enter the number "911" in "To" field.
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What is your location, type of emergency and help needed.
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Just TEXT, no photos, no emojis and no video.
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Keep messages brief and concise.
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Stay on the phone, be prepared to answer questions.
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If there is no connection to the 911 center, you will get a timed out message after 20 minutes.
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If you still need help TEXT again. Call if and when you can.
USE TEXT-TO-911 IN THESE 3 EMERGENCIES
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When in a situation where it is not safe to place a voice call to 911
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A medical emergency that renders the person incapable of speaking
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For an individual who is deaf, hard of hearing or has a speech disability

FAQS
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Text-to-911 is not available if you are roaming or connected to Wi-Fi.
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A text or data plan is required.
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No photos or video
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Prank texters can be identified
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Text to 911 is only available in English