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Can you call 911 on your mobile phone from anywhere in the US?
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∙ 14y ago
Yes, there is an FCC rule in the United States called the 911 rule.
Here is what is says:
Basic 911 rules require wireless service providers to:
- transmit all 911 calls to a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP), regardless of whether the caller subscribes to the provider's service or not.
Phase I Enhanced 911 (E911) rules require wireless service providers to:
- within six months of a valid request by a PSAP, provide the PSAP with the telephone number of the originator of a wireless 911 call and the location of the cell site or base station transmitting the call.
Phase II E911 rules require wireless service providers to:
- within six months of a valid request by a PSAP, provide more precise location information to PSAPs; specifically, the latitude and longitude of the caller. This information must be accurate to within 50 to 300 meters depending on the type of technology used.
- by September 11, 2012, provide even more precise location information, specifically, information accurate to the closest PSAP. The FCC established a five year phase-in period for this requirement to allow wireless service providers more time to develop this capability. Wireless service providers must report to the FCC annually on their progress in supplying this more accurate location information for PSAPs with Phase II E911 capability.
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If you have no battery on your mobile phone and call 911 does it work?
No, you can not call 911 without a battery but if your phone has no service because you didn't pay then you can still call 911. Please don't try it because calling 911 without an emergency is a bad thing to do. Hope this helped :-)
Do you have to press send while dialing 911?
It depends on the specific mobile phone. Many mobile phones (cell phones) will connect a call to 911 if you dial 911, although there may be a pause before the call goes through. Some phones will even connect you to 911 if you press and hold the 9 key. However, if you are in doubt, pressing 9-1-1-Send will always connect you to 911, anywhere in the US or Canada.
How do you call 911 from a touch screen locked phone?
You can't call 911 if the phone is locked with a password and it is a touch screen.
Are there any health benefits to mobile phone use?
No. On the other hand, being able to call 911 where ever you are, could save your life.
Is 77 just like 911 that you can call from a disconnected cell phone?
Dont know about 77 but a disconnected cell phone will still call 911.
Is it true that a person can plug a phone into a house phone jack even if they don't have a home phone service and call 911?
all cell phones have the ability to call 911 without needing service... basically u dont need to plug your phone into a wall jack to call 911, just turn it on, and dial...
Are out of area code 911 cell phone calls routed locally?
The routing of 911 calls from mobile phones varies depending on jurisdiction. In general, 911 calls from rural areas along major highways are routed to the highway patrol. Calls in major cities are usually routed to the 911 call center.
When you call 911 from your cell phone do the retrieve your cell number?
Yes, if you call they can track you're cell phone.
What number do you call if your home phone line had a fault?
911
What is the 911?
911 is the single dail-up number to call police, fire, ambulance, etc.,. in emergency from anywhere in USA.
Does any cell phone provider offer only 911 instead of monthly plan or pay as you go?
i think that any phone will call 911 no matter what. (unless the phone is dead)
Can 911 locate a home with cable internet phone service?
If your area has E911 available, then 911 will have access to your address when you make a call. If you have regular 911, however, when you make a call you are first routed to national emergency call center, which can cause extra delays in an emergency. This will really depend on the type of 911 service in your area. Your phone provider is required to provide detailed information on your 911 capabilitites.
