Technology is amazing, but apparently it’s causing some problems in Sevier County. The safety features on some smart phones/ watches are so sensitive that while you’re enjoying the roller coasters at Dollywood… they’re alerting 911 to a potential emergency situation. “From May until early October 2021, Sevier County received nearly 16,000 accidental 911 calls. Of those, 60%—nearly 10,000 —came from amusement park rides, 911 dispatch director Todd Spence said. ”

So next time you go, put your smart phone or watch on airplane mode while on rides.

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