Communication in Tucson

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For all emergencies you may dial 911 from any cell (active or inactive cell phone) or land line phone free-of-charge. If using a cell phone be sure to inform the operator of your exact location, as it takes extra time for the operator to attempt to triangulate your location--time is of the essence in emergency situations. When calling 911 for assistance be as calm as possible, and do not panic or use profanity over the phone, as the operator on the phone might consider the call as a prank.

For non-emergencies dial the police department at 520-791-4444 between 0800-2200 hrs (after 2200 hrs, you may dial 911 for all issues).

For visitor information about events and activities taking place in Tucson, check out the city of Tucson's on-line directory www.tucsonaz.gov/visitors.html.

There are surprisingly many locations within the city of Tucson that are free Wi-Fi hotspots, so free Internet access shouldn't be viewed as a problem. Most of the hotspots are located at coffee shops (such as the Bruegger's Bagel locations www.brueggersaz.com), the local book store (Bookman's www.bookmans.com), and the local library's www.library.pima.gov/services/computers/wifi.php throughout the city.

• www.tucsonaz.gov/visitors.html
• www.brueggersaz.com
• www.bookmans.com
• www.library.pima.gov/services/computers/wifi.php