There are lots and lots of people who dial the emergency number for situations that clearly are not emergencies. This article discusses when an urgent response is called for, and when you should call the non-emergency numbers to be connected to fire, ambulance, and police services. The author knows their stuff. An excerpt…. “An open or unsecure door or window that indicates a burglary has possibly occurred should be considered a crime in progress. You should call 911 and wait outside in a safe location until police arrive and secure the property.” That is wisdom.
Article by hellinahandbasket.net. Read entire story here.
