Catch the spirit of Fire Safety Published March 13, 2008 509th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- All emergencies (Fire, Police, Medical) can be reported by dialing 9-1-1. If using a phone connected to a regular phone line whether it be a base phone, pay phone (on base), or phones in housing, the call will be answered by WAFB Fire Emergency Services Dispatch. If using a cellular phone, cable phone service or a computer phone service on base, the call will be answered by Johnson County Dispatch. The "9-1-1" caller needs to ensure they do following: - Identify themselves - State they are calling from WAFB - Provide their address - State the nature of their emergency - Remain on the line until told to hang up Once Johnson County Dispatch takes all of your information they will call the appropriate emergency response agency on base whether the fire department or law enforcement. Medical ambulance services are dispatched from the fire dispatch center. Following these procedures will ensure you get the fastest emergency response.