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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
March 19, 2024

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Kitsap County starts text-to-911 service

The Columbian
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BREMERTON — People in Kitsap County who need emergency help can now send a text to 911 instead of making a phone call.

County officials say the service is for people who may not be able to speak because of an emergency such as a home invasion or domestic violence. It will also help people who are deaf or have a speech disability.

Kitsap County will be the first county in the state to offer the service. Officials say people should still call if they can and send a text message if they need help and can’t call.

Text-to-911 service is not available statewide.

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