The OPP are addressing an issue that smartphone users across the region should be aware of: accidental 9-1-1 calls.
Accidental 911 calls, often caused by the emergency features on smartphones, can result in unnecessary strain on emergency services.
While these situations can happen to anyone, smartphone users should try not to panic if it occurs.
Instead, they encourage individuals who mistakenly dial 911 to remain on the line and inform the call taker that it was an error.
