112 Emercency Call Updated
Posted on August 06, 2020 11:08 AM
The role of Google - Absolute accuracy in caller geolocation
The accuracy of locating, according to the tests performed is better than 100 meters, even indoors in 90% of cases.
A major upgrade has been made to the emergency program 112, which can be seen as a lifesaver for people at serious risk in remote areas or people with disabilities in need of immediate assistance.
Geolocation of all those who call the European Emergency Number 112 is now done with absolute accuracy, from Android smart phones.
During the call, the device automatically activates its geolocation service and collects location data. Once the position of the mobile is found with sufficient accuracy, the information is sent immediately to 112.
The accuracy of locating, according to the tests performed is better than 100 meters, even indoors in 90% of cases. Until now, the location was based on the antenna station of the area from where the call was made, with an accuracy of 500 meters to 40 kilometers.
The GSP points out that: "ELS is a significant upgrade of the operational capabilities of 112, because it allows emergency services (Hellenic Police, Fire Brigade, National Emergency Center, Coast Guard - Hellenic Coast Guard) to reach the people who need it most quickly. aid. The service can be especially useful in cases of search and rescue operations in mountainous areas, in isolated areas, in the countryside in general, but also at sea. In addition, this service significantly improves the access of people with disabilities to emergency services, as it is now possible to quickly locate the location of our fellow human beings who communicate with 112 via SMS ".