Combined Dispatch Services

Calhoun County Emergency Communications Division dispatches calls for all of Calhoun County. It is staffed 24 hours a day for your assistance. Telecommunications Officers are highly trained and are responsible for taking 9-1-1 calls, non-emergency calls, dispatching Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS. They also dispatch animal control, code enforcement and take after hour calls for other city services, as well as many other duties.

🛠️ When to Call 9-1-1, the Non-Emergency Line, or the Port Lavaca Police Department 🚨

Knowing the right number to call can help us respond faster and more effectively to your needs! Here are some quick scenarios to help you decide which number to call when you need assistance.

📞 CALL 9-1-1: Life-Threatening Emergency
➡️ Examples:
🔴 Someone is breaking into your home or vehicle.
🔴 You see a fire or serious car accident.
🔴 Someone is injured, unconscious, or experiencing a medical emergency.
🔴 You hear gunshots or see a crime in progress.
🔴 There is a dangerous situation threatening public safety.

🚨 REMEMBER: Only call 9-1-1 for emergencies requiring immediate police, fire, or medical response.

9-1-1 Needs To Know Where To Go
• When calling 9-1-1, one of the first things you’ll be asked to provide is the location of the emergency you’re reporting.
• The call taker may not automatically know your location or may ask you to confirm it.
• Make sure you provide as much detail on your location as possible, such as landmarks, cross streets and mile posts.

📞 CALL the Non-Emergency Line: (361) 553-4408
➡️ Examples:
🟦 Reporting suspicious activity after the fact (e.g., someone wandering through yards).
🟦 Noise complaints or ongoing neighborhood disputes.
🟦 Reporting a minor car accident with no injuries.
🟦 Lost property or found items.
🟦 Welfare checks (concern for someone’s well-being).
🟦 Animal control issues (e.g., stray animals, barking dogs).

💡 TIP: The non-emergency line is available 24/7 to help with issues that don’t require an immediate emergency response.

📞 CALL the Port Lavaca Police Department: (361) 552-3788 (During Business Hours)
➡️ Examples:
🗄 Questions about police reports, records, or citations.
📆 Requesting police presence at a community event.
👮 Inquiring about crime prevention programs or outreach events.
🔧 Reporting ongoing community concerns (e.g., traffic issues, abandoned vehicles).

Power Outage Reporting

Dispatchers ask that you do not call the during a power outage asking what’s causing it. It ties up the phone lines unnecessarily. The majority of the time they do not know why or how long the power outage will last. Phone lines get so busy with these calls it could hinder a caller that has information or prevent dispatch from getting an outside line.

If you have a power outage, contact AEP 866-223-8508 or www.aeptexas.com

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CodeRed Emergency Alerts

This site allows residents of Port Lavaca, TX to sign up to receive emergency alerts and mass notifications from the City of Port Lavaca. Residents may add their personal contact information such as Cell Phone, Text Messaging or Email addresses. This information will only be used to contact you in the event of an emergency or mass notification. This information will not be sold or distributed to anyone outside of Port Lavaca City Government.