Texting 9-1-1
Iosco County 9-1-1 utilizes “Texty” which allows text to 9-1-1. Please note that Text-to-911 may not be available everywhere.
The initial text message should include your location and type of emergency.
When should texting be used?
- The reporting party cannot speak while a crime is in progress.
- The reporting party must remain quiet to stay safe.
- If speaking may cause harm, such as in a home invasion, domestic violence, or human trafficking situation.
- If the reporting party encounters a suicidal or agitated person.
- If peer pressure is strong.
- If the reporting party if deaf, deafblind, hard of hearing, or has a speech impairment.