The Township of Tiny Fire and Emergency Services Department uses the application What3Words in its search-and-rescue arsenal. The application utilizes location technology that uses three words to pinpoint exactly where an emergency call is coming from.
During an emergency, people can use the application or online “find me” map to confirm their precise location by zooming into the map grid. Once a user finds their location, a three-word identifier will be shown which can then be relayed to an emergency dispatcher. This allows callers to quickly identify their location, specifically when there is no address, landmarks, or if the street address is not accurate.