Method and system for initiating and handling an emergency call utilizing geographical zones

A method and system of making an emergency voice call is disclosed. Location data is received from a positioning device. A location area identifier is determined. The location area identifier corresponds to a geographical area encompassing a geographical location being represented by the location da...

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Hauptverfasser: Ashley, Jr, James, Mooney, Frank, Mooney, Patrick
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:A method and system of making an emergency voice call is disclosed. Location data is received from a positioning device. A location area identifier is determined. The location area identifier corresponds to a geographical area encompassing a geographical location being represented by the location data. A voice call destination number is identified. The voice call destination number is associated with the location area identifier. The voice call destination number is utilized in order to communicate with a public safety answering point.