In the United States and Canada, dialing 911 is the fastest way to get help in a life threatening emergency when you need police, fire personnel or an ambulance.  It is important to dial 911 only in a life threatening emergency.  When you call 911 for a non-life threatening emergency the operator is taking time to assist you when there may be someone else with a life threatening emergency that needs their assistance.

When to call 911;

• there has been a car accident
• if you see a crime, such as someone breaking into a home or car or someone hurting someone else
• if someone collapses or passes out
• if there is a house or building on fire

When not to call 911;

• to report a crime that has already been committed
• if someone dares you to see what would happen
• if you have a question about a parking ticket

For more information about City of Yuma 911 services, contact the City of Yuma Police Department.