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What information should you be ready to give a 911 call taker?

Your location or address, so help can find you.

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  1. Your insurance number
  2. Your location or address ✔
  3. The nearest hospital

Why: A 911 call taker needs the emergency location to send help. Kids should know their home address or describe nearby landmarks.

Huh, didn't know that: Also be ready to give the phone number you are calling from and what the emergency is.

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References

Answer: Your location or address. A 911 call taker needs the emergency location to send help. Kids should know their home address or describe nearby landmarks.

  1. 911.gov Frequently Asked Questions www.911.gov/calling-911/frequently-asked-questions
    The location of the emergency, including the street address, and room/apartment number
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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