• crimes in progress
• poisoning
• drowning
• stabbing
• choking
• unconsciousness

• life threatening situations
• shooting or display of weapons
• fires
• motor vehicle accidents
• injuries requiring emergency medical attention

• fire alarms, smoke detectors or carbon monoxide alarms that are sounding
• sparking electrical hazards
• smoke in a building
• hazardous chemical spills

When Not to call 911? Below are some examples of NON-EMERGENCIES:

• power outages during a storm
• barking dogs
• lost pets
• finding a towed vehicle
• asking directions
• inquiring about school openings and closures
• reporting a blocked driveway, obstructed hydrant, etc
• asking about snow emergencies or parking bans
• reporting a noise complaint

• seeking information from a police or fire office
• asking about a late school bus
• checking the weather
• reporting rust in the water or dirty water
• reporting garbage problems
• reporting street lights out
• reporting no heat problems
• reporting found hypodermic needles
• asking about traffic tickets