Accidentally calling emergency services is basically a rite of passage for toddlers. It seems like almost everyone has a story about the time they or their sibling grabbed their parent's phone and managed to call 911. It doesn't take much effort to accidentally hit that emergency button. Instead of watching a YouTube video on Dad's phone or playing games on Mom's iPad, that toddler has magically discovered that they called an emergency helpline. They're delighted to have a new friend to talk to…

I never could've guessed just how many people will call emergency help lines over issues with birds. That was a common theme on this absolutely hilarious question posed by u/Abrera: “911 Operators of Reddit, what are some of the funniest things someone has called in for?” These emergency line workers have a serious job. Helping people in their most critical moments is crucial, and someone has to do it. It must be a huge relief to get a few calls like the ones below. If you're helping injured pe…

We left you on read, get over it.

How does a half-hour drive turn into a whole night gone? Hmm...

"The bird police are on their way."

Yes, sharks are normally stored in the ocean.