What is Enhanced 911?

Enhanced 911 is a system that automatically provides the call-taker with the caller's telephone number and address. The Cumberland County Communications Center has this capability.


However, it is necessary for them to still verify this information and for the caller to state what their emergency is.

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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?