Why do I have to give my location when calling? Don't you know where I am?

Providing the address when you call 9-1-1 is the single most important piece of information you can provide to us. The vast majority of our calls are received from wireless phones, and depending on the GPS technology in the phone, this only provides the approximate location of the caller. We will always ask you for your exact location, as this is vital to sending you help.

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1. When should I call 9-1-1?
2. What if I call 9-1-1 for something that is not an emergency?
3. Why do I have to give my location when calling? Don't you know where I am?
4. Why does the operator keep asking me questions? If they just sent the police, they would find out all they need to know.
5. Can a disconnected cell phone call 911?
6. What should I do if I call 9-1-1 by mistake?
7. When I call 9-1-1, why do I get someone different every time?