911 PSAPS

Effingham County 911 PSAPS

The public safety answering points (PSAP) are designed to back each other working as one but operate independently. They function using identical equipment for redundancy and if needed can evacuate to the other center or add additional staff depending on the event.

Effingham County Sheriff’s Department – 101 N. 4th Street

Non-emergency number – 217-342-2101

Effingham City Police Department – 110 S Third

Non-emergency number – 217-347-0774

911 Telecommunicators are the voice behind the scene that provides the necessary critical information to the public and the emergency responders during critical events. Your worst day is their work day. They are trained professionals to assist you during your emergency for police, fire or ems services.