Miami Beach Emergency Dispatchers Now Using What3Words to Locate 911 Callers

The free tool helps emergency responders locate callers who are unsure of their address

Three simple words may one day save a life in Miami Beach as the city’s 911 emergency dispatchers are the first in South Florida to begin using a free app to locate 911 callers who are unsure of their exact location.

“Every second counts in an emergency. What3Words helps our first responders find people faster,” said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner. “Now our dispatchers can pinpoint locations with incredible precision — even in parks or beaches where street addresses aren’t clear. This will help us save lives.”…

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