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MASON CITY, Iowa – It’s bound to happen sooner or later. Your car spins out into a ditch. Should you call 9-1-1 or not?
If you aren’t hurt and don’t need the police to help you, it might just be a good idea to call a tow company directly, to avoid tying up the lines. If there is a collision with another car or someone is injured, 9-1-1 is there for you. Also, most departments have a non-emergency number if you need assistance, but not in a hurry.
Cerro Gordo County Dispatch Supervisor Heather Hahn says during weather events like these, they don’t need to bring in extra staff to handle the extra calls…
