DaveIsMyBrother

If I call 911 for an emergency, what is the most important thing for me to do?

I know there are many types of emergencies, so here are two examples:

• Someone has broken into my house and I'm hiding in a closet and afraid they will hear me.

• I'm first to arrive at the scene of a terrible car crash on an Interstate, but I don't know exactly where we are.

I like animals, right? And I think you totally did the right thing. I think you probably saved that kid's life. Sometimes when a dog gets it in its mind that something is "prey" then there is nothing that can be done. You assessed the situation and took action. Well done.

A lot of people would have done nothing. I think you should feel okay about what you did. I think you're cool. I'll bet the kid thinks you're great. :)

Those are extremely helpful answers, yes! And thank you. I have called 911 before for medical emergencies (someone I knew was having a seizure, a car on my street was leaking gasoline, etc.) but I've often wondered what is best to do in those types of situations.