Text 911 in LA County

Residents of LA County, you now have a silent way to reach out for help! If you need law enforcement, the fire department or medical professionals, using your mobile phone, you now can send text messages to 9-1-1.
When you text to 9-1-1, your emergency text message will be routed to the local 911 call center who will coordinate an emergency response to your location.

If you find yourself in a life-threatening situation where you are unable to make 9-1-1 calls or dialing on your phone may put your life in danger, this service will assist you and provides a silent alternative. This service was also created to assist those who have a hearing and speech impairment.

For further information regarding 911 Text, please visit the Federal Communications Commission: https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/what-you-need-know-about-text-911

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