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laundry_queen

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3. I think it's a great idea

Reply to MADem (Reply #1)

Wed May 7, 2014, 03:21 AM

May 2014

I've heard some stories about people having an intruder in their houses and hiding, trying to call 911 but being unable to talk. now with enhanced 911 they can at least find the house, but with texting, at least they can get some info about the situation beforehand.

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Starting May 15-- You can text to 911... [View all] TreasonousBastard May 2014 OP

FAQ...! MADem May 2014 #1

I think it's a great idea laundry_queen May 2014 #3

Absolutely--hopefully the thing won't make annoying chimes when texts are sent/rec'd! nt MADem May 2014 #5

Next dilemma Politicalboi May 2014 #2

Phone in one hand, gun in the other. ManiacJoe May 2014 #4