The Unexpected Link Between Pinellas County Active Calls and… [Something Intriguing]

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This Monday in August, Swetson and her coworkers in Pinellas County ’ s 911 Regional Communications Center will field 2,837 emergency calls. During her 8-hour shift, she will hear about a. Workers say the culprit is an operating system update for Android and iPhones, making it easier to call 911 by hitting the side button five times. He oversees the county ’s busy 911 emergency communications system — which receives more than 900,000 calls annually. But Fogarty said an estimated 12% to 15% of emergency calls coming into Pinellas ’ 911 system end up getting dropped or never make it to an emergency operator. PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Pinellas County leaders are sounding the alarm over a big problem: accidental 9-1-1 calls , and we found out it’s causing issues with emergency response times. Understanding the importance of active 911 calls , particularly in areas like Pinellas County , isn’t just about public safety. It’s also a crucial factor in effective emergency response planning and community awareness. Feedbackhome | privacy | disclaimer | contact us. Calling or texting 911 connects you to law enforcement, fire rescue, and EMS. Use 911 for any emergency, including crimes in progress, fires, critical medical situations, and serious vehicle crashes.