When you dial 911, state that you are an amateur radio operator and have received an emergency ham radio call from [location]. Ask them to connect you to dispatch there. Your 911 will want to know nearest town or (preferably) County.
- COUNTY or nearest community,
- Exact location: Hwy or road #, MM or distance and direction from a town,
- Which lane–EB/WB or NB/SB,
- Vehicle description & condition,
- Blocking roadway?
- Injuries?
- Any other pertinent information from the motorist
- Radio the motorist back and state that Dispatch has been informed & relay any info from Dispatch to the motorist.
- Try to stand by for any additional traffic.
If the call is from a camper or hiker, try to get the Forest name, nearest Forest Road, Mountain or Canyon. Any information that helps a search party quickly locate them is beneficial.
