HEARD OF WHAT3WORDS?

#WhatThreeWords | Have you ever struggled to explain exactly where you are, especially in the countryside, on footpaths, in parks or in remote locations?

What3words is a free app that has divided the world into 3m x 3m squares, giving each square a unique combination of three words. This makes it easy to identify and share your precise location with emergency services.

In recent weeks, the system has once again proven its value locally, helping Staffordshire Fire and Rescue quickly identify the location of fires and get crews to the right place without delay. When every minute counts, providing an exact location can make a huge difference.

Emergency services across the UK, including police, fire and ambulance services, can use What3words to pinpoint callers' locations when traditional addresses are unavailable or difficult to describe.

✅ Free to download
✅ Works across the UK and worldwide
✅ Helps emergency services find you faster
✅ Particularly useful when walking, cycling, exploring the countryside or visiting unfamiliar areas

We'd encourage everyone to download the app and familiarise themselves with how it works. You never know when it could come in handy for you, a friend or a family member.

📲 Find out more or download the app here: https://what3words.com

Remember, if you ever need emergency assistance and know your What3words location, tell the call handler. It could help us get the right help to the right place, even faster.