Minister of the Presidency Gustavo Montalvo says that the 911 Emergency System is ready for the extra work expected for Easter Week, the peak domestic vacation period. This is the first year that the 911 system is taking part in the annual response operation headed by the Emergency Operations Center.
The system will be operational for residents of Greater Santo Domingo. Montalvo said they would continue providing good quality services with a rapid response. He reminded the public to use the service responsibly and only for genuine emergencies and not to make hoax calls.
The 911 National Emergency and Security Service has been in operation for 10 months. Statistics show it has reduced crime levels and saved hundreds of lives in the Greater Santo Domingo area.
It will shortly be expanded to include Haina, San Cristobal, Santiago and Puerto Plata.
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