Dispatchers ask that people avoid using slang or emojis and note that a response should arrive within one minute.

From sirens to texts, Baylor’s emergency alert system covers it all. Find out how it works and how to register for real-time ...

In an emergency, sharing actual footage with first responders could mean the difference between life and death.

Did you know there’s an iPhone feature that lets you use iMessage without cell service or Wi-Fi? Here’s how it works and when ...

As easily as messaging friends or family, apparently.

Your Android phone has a lot of messaging capabilities, but did you know there are ways to send messages without a cell ...

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to watch out for “emergency scams”, phone calls, voice mails, and voice ...

In an age where we are constantly connected to the outside world through phones and other smart devices, we often forget how quickly that link to help can be severed when we enter the backcountry.

Two important military communications were broadcast over the weekend, and they typically contained information for nuclear ...

The county on Sunday launched a new Text-to-911 service that allows residents and visitors to request emergency assistance by text message. The feature covers all seven 911 centers, including the ...

Emergency SOS; Your phone tries every possible way to connect when you dial 911. If it's unsuccessful, you’ll see the message icon with a small, red SOS on it.