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Texting, in recent years, has become one of the most valuable forms of communication among modern day technology—even among emergency response teams. While calling 911 is efficient, certain situations might need a texting feature for ultimate safety. Franklin County’s Emergency Communications centers – including the City’s provider, NRECC, at the City of Dublin – offer the Text to 911 feature, expanding the options available to residents when they are experiencing an emergency.
Text to 911 provides a convenient option for residents to seek emergency assistance under the following situations:
- If you are in a threatening situation and a voice call would increase the threat.
- If you are deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech disability.
- If you are unable to speak due to an injury.
- If mobile phone reception is poor…
