911 Communications Branch
The 911 Communications Branch of the Berks County Department of Emergency Services is responsible for answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service from Berks County residents, visitors, and transient populations and subsequently dispatching first responders and other resources to their requests for assistance. Served by over 80 telecommunicators, supervisors, and support staff, the 911 center answers approximately 800 emergency calls per day and dispatches over 470 police details and 180 fire and EMS assignments daily.
Emergencies: 911 Non-Emergency Number: (610) 655-4911 Fax: (610) 655-4999
IMPORTANT NEWS AND UPDATES
For more information on the responsibilities of this branch or on emergency communications in general, click on any of the links provided below.
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