Coronavirus: Sheriff says people calling 911 for info on stay-at-home order

Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck..  JIM NOELKER/STAFF

Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck.. JIM NOELKER/STAFF

Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck reminds the public that it is not appropriate to call 911 regarding questions about the coronavirus or Ohio’s stay-at-home order.

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The sheriff said several people called the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch Center’s 911 line, asking for information about the order that goes into effect at 11:59 p.m. Monday.

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“We understand the public’s concerns and need for information to help protect yourself and loved ones,” Streck said. “However, we’d like to remind the public that 9-1-1 should only be used in the case of an emergency to ensure that those who need immediate, life-saving help can get the attention they need without delay.”

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For information about the stay-at-home order, visit: https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/.

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