What is Enhanced 9-1-1 (e9-1-1) service for my mobile phone? : What is Enhanced 9-1-1 (e9-1-1) service?

What is Enhanced 9-1-1 (e9-1-1)?

When you dial 9-1-1 from your Bell Mobility device, Bell Mobility will route your call to the 9-1-1 emergency operator for your area.
Phase One of Enhanced 9-1-1 service (e9-1-1), provides 9-1-1 emergency operators with your mobile number and area code as well as approximate location information. The operator will know the location of the cellular tower handling your call. Phase One of Enhanced 9-1-1 service is currently available in most areas with 911 service.
Phase Two of e9-1-1 service allows for 9-1-1 emergency operators to more accurately locate a Phase Twoready mobile device. Bell Mobility is ready to route calls with e9-1-1 Phase Two information as of February 2010. Learn more about where Phase Two is available.
Note: 9-1-1 emergency operators are provided by local emergency service providers and their availability may vary by region. Where no 9-1-1 call centre exists, you may need to dial alternate numbers to directly reach local police, fire and/or ambulance services.

Last Update:21/04/2010

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