Seconds count in an emergency! When you have an emergency in Barrow County just dial 9-1-1. It is an easy telephone number to remember. When police, fire,or medical emergencies occur, 9-1-1 can help save precious time. Your call is answered by a trained emergency call-taker who will provide you with the assistance you require. You can also dial 9-1-1 from your cellular phone. The call is toll free.
What is an Emergency?
An emergency is any situation where there are people or property at risk. Examples include fires, crimes in progress, medical emergencies or auto accidents.
What is Not an Emergency?
It is not an emergency when the situation is not dangerous and immediate action is not necessary. Do not call 9-1-1:
- For information about school closings, road closings, directions, or when your power will be restored if there is an outage.
- For directory assistance
- For information on paying your tickets or when your court date is
- For information on inmates. Examples:Bond information,visitation,etc
- When you’re bored and just want to talk
Understanding 911
The following guidelines should be followed when asking for assistance or reporting an incident within Barrow County or its surrounding municipalities:
How to use 911
When to dial the non- emergency number for Central Communications
Home and Business Alarms
To contact a specific agency for follow up information
