Morton County 911 Information
If you need immediate assistance, call 911.
Calling 911 is the primary way to request emergency response in Morton County. Your call connects to trained emergency communications professionals who coordinate law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services based on your location and the nature of the emergency.
Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) answers 911 calls for the City of Mandan. The State Emergency Communications Center (SECC), located at Fraine Barracks in Bismarck, provides dispatch services for unincorporated Morton County and incorporated cities including Almont, New Salem, Glen Ullin, Hebron, and Flasher.
Regardless of which center answers the call, emergency response is coordinated according to your location and the type of assistance needed.
When to Call 911
Call 911 for emergencies that require an immediate response, including:
Accidents with injuries
Breathing problems
Choking or unconscious person
Crime in progress
Drowning
Fights or display of weapons
Fire or smell of smoke
Poisoning
Stabbing or shooting
Other life-threatening situations
If someone’s safety is at risk or waiting could make the situation worse, call 911.
Text-to-911
Text-to-911 is available in Morton County.
If you are unable to safely make a voice call, you may send a text message to 911. This may be appropriate in situations where speaking could put you in danger or if you are unable to speak.
When texting 911:
Enter “911” in the recipient field
Provide your exact location first
Briefly describe the emergency
Answer questions from the dispatcher
Voice calls are preferred whenever possible, as they allow faster communication and clearer information.
NOTE: Text-to-911 may only be used for emergencies. It is not available for non-emergency situations.
What to Expect When You Call
When you call 911, you will first be asked for your location. Providing accurate location information allows responders to be dispatched as quickly as possible.
You may also be asked:
What is happening
Whether anyone is injured
If there are any immediate safety concerns
Remain on the line until the dispatcher advises you that it is appropriate to disconnect.
Location Information
While technology assists in identifying caller location, it may not always be exact, particularly in rural areas or large buildings.
If you do not know your address, be prepared to provide:
A nearby intersection or landmark
A highway number and mile marker
Direction and distance from a known location
Clear and accurate location information helps reduce response time.
Non-Emergency Assistance
For situations that do not require an immediate response, use the appropriate non-emergency number for your area.
City of Mandan
Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom)
701-223-9111
Mandan Police Department
701-667-3250
Unincorporated Morton County and incorporated cities of Almont, New Salem, Glen Ullin, Hebron, and Flasher
State Emergency Communications Center (SECC)
701-328-9921
Morton County Sheriff’s Office
701-667-3330
Use the non-emergency number for:
Abandoned vehicles
Barking dogs
Keys locked in a vehicle
Crime not in progress
Legal advice requests
Loud parties
Minor accidents without injuries
Power outages during a storm
Runaways (no immediate danger)
Weather or road condition information
Using the appropriate number helps keep 911 lines available for urgent situations.
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