What if I speak limited English?

In California, the 911 dispatcher is able to connect you with a translator. Depending on the language spoken, it may take a few moments for the translator service to locate a translator. If you speak limited English or none at all, tell the dispatcher that there is an emergency and which language you speak. There may be a short delay while the dispatcher connects the caller with a translator. Do not hang up.

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1. What if I call 911 by accident?
2. What if I use a TTY Machine?
3. What if I speak limited English?
4. Why is it important to use 911 correctly?