Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network (GHC911)

??Spring Break Safety Tip! ?? ?? Did you know that even inactive wireless phones can still call 9-1-1? During Spring Break, kids often play with their parents' old, inactive wireless phones, leading to more accidental 9-1-1 calls than you might expect. ?? Prevent accidental calls by enabling child lock features or restricting access to emergency dialing on inactive wireless phones. ?? Taking these simple steps helps keep 9-1-1 lines open for TRUE emergencies. #SpringBreakSafety #AccidentalCalls #911Awareness #Help911HelpYou #GHC911 #PublicEducation #EmergencyServices #911Education #CallIfYouCanTextIfYouCant

??? It's National 3-1-1 Day! 3-1-1 is a valuable resource for city and county services, including reporting water leaks, sewer and wastewater issues, garbage and recycling concerns, traffic signal maintenance, and other services. In the GHC 9-1-1 region, 3-1-1 is currently ONLY available in Houston, unincorporated Harris County, Sugar Land, and League City. Dial 3-1-1 or visit the websites for these cities or Harris County's 3-1-1 service for assistance. ?? Remember: Call or text 9-1-1 ONLY for life-threatening emergencies requiring immediate assistance from police, fire, or medical responders. #national311day #311day #cityservices #countyservices #hcso #houston #harriscounty #ghc911 #emergencyservices #nonemergency #nonemergencyservices #911education #nonemergencynumber #emergency #911saveslives #callifyoucantextifyoucan #publiceducation #savealife

Are you thinking about having a 9-1-1 Education Booth at your next outreach event? A 9-1-1 Education Booth is designed for EVERYONE—not just kids! From young children to seniors, understanding how and when to contact 9-1-1 can be crucial during a life-threatening emergency. ? Children – Learn what a life-threatening emergency is and what information to provide to the 9-1-1 call taker. ? Teens & Adults – Discover how to responsibly use 9-1-1 and how to text 9-1-1. ? Seniors – Learn whom to contact during a non-emergency. Request a FREE 9-1-1 Education Booth today and equip your community with essential 9-1-1 knowledge! ?? Request now: https://hubs.ly/Q03b4Zpz0 (English) | https://hubs.ly/Q03b4ZqD0 (Spanish) #911Education #CommunitySafety #KnowledgeSavesLives #RequestABooth

? Friendly Reminder! Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 9th. Be sure to set your manual clocks forward one hour before bed on Saturday night. ?? Safety Tip: This is also a great time to check your smoke alarm batteries to ensure they’re working properly. A few minutes of precaution can make a life-saving difference in the event of a fire emergency. ?? If a fire does occurs: ? Get out immediately. ? Call or text 9-1-1 ONLY once you are safely outside. ? The 9-1-1 call taker will notify your local fire department to respond to the emergency. #DaylightSavingTime #FireSafety #911Awareness #TestYourAlarms #SafetyFirst #SpringForward

??? Spring Break is almost here! As you prepare for a well-deserved break, remember that safety comes first. Check out these Spring Break safety tips to keep you and your loved ones protected. ??Call or text 9-1-1 ONLY if you have a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate assistance from police, fire, or medical responders. Every second counts! #SpringBreakSafety #StaySafe #EmergencyPreparedness #CallIfYouCanTextIfYouCant #911Awareness

?? Cell Phone Sally is here to help us learn what to do when we contact 9-1-1 in an emergency. ?? An emergency is a serious, urgent, and dangerous situation that requires immediate action from police, fire, or medical responders. ?? When contacting 9-1-1, follow these tips to ensure the call taker dispatches the appropriate emergency responders: ? Speak calmly and clearly. ??? ? Answer all the call taker’s questions. ? ? Know your location—provide an address, intersecting street names, or landmarks. ?? ? Do NOT hang up until the call taker says it's okay. ?? ? Call if you can, text if you can’t. ?? #CallIfYouCanTextIfYouCant #GHC911 #911SavesLives #KnowYourLocation #CellPhoneSally #Emergency #911CallTaker #911Telecommunicator

?? Make your event unforgettable with Cell Phone Sally! ?? Bring safety and fun to life by reserving the Cell Phone Sally costume for your next community event. Kids love meeting Sally while learning about proper use and purpose of 9-1-1 in a fun and engaging way! ?? Perfect for: ? School Fairs ? Safety Events ? Community Festivals ?? Reserve today at: https://hubs.la/Q0390-_n0 (English) or https://hubs.la/Q039106s0 (Spanish) #CellPhoneSally #911Education #CommunityEvents

In honor of Women's History Month, GHC 9-1-1 would like to honor all women 9-1-1 telecommunicators for their dedication to emergency communications within the GHC 9-1-1 service area. Their commitment to always "Answer the Call" plays a vital role in keeping our communities safe. Let’s take a moment to appreciate their hard work and the difference they make every day! If you're passionate about serving your community and making a difference, consider applying to become a 9-1-1 telecommunicator. Apply today at https://hubs.la/Q038SLQY0 (English) or https://hubs.la/Q038SNgN0 (Spanish). #WomensHistoryMonth #911Telecommunicators #AnswerTheCall #911Heroes #PublicSafety #EmergencyCommunications #ThankYouDispatchers #JoinOurTeam #NowHiring #MakeADifference

???? Do you ever wonder who would respond to an emergency if you called 9-1-1? ?????The GHC 9-1-1 Emergency Responder Map is an easy tool that allows the public to identify the emergency services (law, fire and medical responders) that will respond to a specific address. This is valuable in the event of an emergency. It also helps you find the non-emergency phone number for the public safety agency you need. Click the link to find out who will respond to you in a life-threatening emergency: https://hubs.la/Q038dF6k0 (English) or https://hubs.la/Q038dMDP0 (Spanish) #ghc911 #911saveslives #emergencyrespondersmap #fire #police #ems #hcso #fbsco #StaySafe #BePrepared #911education #nonemergencynumber #emergency #harriscounty #fortbendcounty #911saveslives

Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network (GHC 9-1-1) is pleased to announce the retirement of Sonya Clauson, the Public Information Officer, following 32 years of dedicated service. Sonya’s unwavering commitment and enthusiasm for 9-1-1 public safety, education, outreach, and media relations have been instrumental in the success of GHC 9-1-1, significantly enhancing our impact throughout the GHC 9-1-1 service area. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your remarkable contributions and the lasting impact you've made in the community. Sonya, GHC 9-1-1's staff and board members wish you all the best as you embark on this exciting new chapter! Happy Retirement! #ghc911 #greaterharriscounty911 #retirement #publicsafety #outreach