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Why use AI for 911?
The main reason is efficiency. By automating responses to common, already-reported incidents, human 911 operators can dedicate their time to calls requiring immediate human judgment and intervention. This potentially reduces wait times for genuine emergencies and optimises resource allocation in a busy emergency service.
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