Iowa Gets Text-to-911 Emergency Service
Iowans can now send text messages to 911, Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) said in a Tuesday news release. Text-to-911 is supported in 94 of 113 emergency call centers and will be available in the rest by year-end, the governor said.…
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“Iowans are able to send a text to 911 when a voice call would put them in danger or when a medical condition makes it impossible.” Many Americans remain unable to text 911 for help in emergency situations (see 1611290042).