Can I get away with making a 911 prank call?

No, the police are sent to check all 911 hang ups. These types of calls could keep officers from responding to a valid emergency. A prank call can prevent someone with a real emergency from getting through to a call-taker and receiving help.

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1. When do I use 911?
2. How do I make a 911 phone call?
3. What is Enhanced 911?
4. Can I get away with making a 911 prank call?
5. What happens when I dail 911?
6. What is emergency management?
7. What is disaster planning?
8. What training is provided?