Calling 9-1-1 is only for emergencies, not complaining about overripe avocados.
British Columbia's E-Comm, which handles approximately two million 9-1-1 calls each year, has released its annual top 10 unusual calls that are never reasons to call 9-1-1.
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The Top 10 list of calls that did NOT belong on 9-1-1 in 2024 include:
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香蕉视频直播� They wanted directions to a 24/7 Shoppers Drug Mart
香蕉视频直播� Complaining the power was out
香蕉视频直播� Requesting technical support
香蕉视频直播� The box of 38 avocados they purchased were rotten
香蕉视频直播� They left their phone in an Uber
香蕉视频直播� Requesting help removing a wasp nest
香蕉视频直播� There was a domesticated-looking bunny in the park
E-Comm is asking everyone to do their part by helping keep 9-1-1 lines free for in-progress crimes or emergencies that require immediate help from police, fire or ambulance only.
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