999: What\’s Your Emergency?

“999: What’s Your Emergency?” is a British documentary series that provides an in-depth look at the emergency services in Blackpool, Lancashire.

Filmed over a six-week period in 2011, the series captures the collaborative efforts of the Police, Fire, and Ambulance services as they address crime and disorder in the area.

Each episode sheds light on various societal issues, such as the impact of drugs and alcohol, the harsh realities of domestic violence, the challenges of dysfunctional parenting, and the struggles of individuals who fall through the cracks of the social safety net. Multiple issues are often explored within a single episode.