Emergency / 911
When a life is at immediate risk, call 911.
Medical emergencies, weapons, violence or an attempt in progress need 911.
Call 911 for
Overdose, serious injury, imminent harm, or danger to others.
Call 988 for
Suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or a loved one in crisis without immediate danger.
A connected system would let 911 and 988 transfer appropriate calls both ways, with shared status so nobody starts over.