The 9-1-1 Emergency Communications System has been continually evolving in order to further suit its users’ needs. In Lewiston and Auburn in Maine, the technology has been developed to allow citizens to send text messages and images to the authorities through 9-1-1. However, many senior citizens are still quite reluctant about alerting the system whenever there is a perceived emergency since they are commonly uncertain about the graveness of the situation.

Check out an article from the Sun Journal to find out when it’s the right time to call 9-1-1 — click here.