location if ill

If you want to use the 911 locator feature on your phone be sure it is turned "ON" Mine can be turned on or off.

a couple of years ago, I was with my parents on a long trip in their MH and my father became quite ill (high fever and non-responsive). I used my cell phone and called 911 for the ambulance. The operator/dispatcher knew I was at a city park, but apparently didn't know there were RV parking spots there. Her concern was where in the park. I finally convinced her that the responders would see us once they entered the park, as there were only about 3 RV's in the park that day, and I would stand outside to ensure the EMT's could find us. I am pretty sure I didn't tell the dispatcher where we were as I couldn't remember the correct name of the park. I remember she asked me if I was in ____ park, and I did tell her yes, that was where I was.She had to have used the GPS function of my cell phone. all this being said, we were in a park in the middle of a major city, so it is likely they have better 911 center than some rural counties I have been in.

Don - I am guessing the LIFELINE Service you see advertised alot is cell phone tower based. This may not work 100% being out in the woods somewhere.

I don't know if LIFELINE supports a SATELLITE BASED service or not...

Something to check on maybe...

Roy Ken

In order for GPS to work the ambulance/police must be able to identify your coordinates. Your GPS on your phone may give them to you.
When we head down logginb. g roads I always draw a map so we know exactly where we are.
If you are camping off the grid a lot it may be in your best interest to buy a satellite phone. Your cell phone may not have reception while boondocking.
Price

I have a little problem with the ticker, so it's always a concern when we're in the backwoods. When we set up camp now, we get a GPS reading and write it down so we don't have to fumble for it in an emergency. We also write down the road number we're camping on and the distance to the nearest turn off.

As an added benefit, we've given this same info to friends and family that wanted to drop by for a visit.

BTW, we sometimes camp in areas without cell phone coverage, so we always have a ham radio with us. It can be invaluable if you have an emergency and no cell coverage. If anyone is ever interested in becoming an amateur radio operator, you no longer have to learn Morse code to get your license.

MOst tom toms have a built in location finder that will give your location to you or at the very least your exact longitude and latitude.
I use it to tell Good Sam Roadside where I am and it has always worked and the dispatched service has come right to me.
If you are concerned about being found have someone install a flashing light on the outside of your rig. Then when you call 911 you can tell them to home in on the flashing light.

Cellphones made in the last few years do indeed transmit GPS coordinates to 911 operators. At least in the US. check with your carrier to be sure, in Canada.

Can cell phones transmit their GPS location on a 911 call?