Did you know that if you have an emergency and are not able to safely place a 9-1-1 call, you can now text to 9-1-1 in Benton County? For example, if you are home alone and someone is breaking into your home; if you are deaf or hard of hearing and need help; or any other situation where speaking may put you in danger—you can now use text-to-9-1-1. Only text to 9-1-1 if it is a life-threatening emergency and remember– Never text and drive! Again, call if you can, text if you can’t!