VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The Barnes County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind citizens to be cognizant of the effects of accidental emergency calls caused by crash detection features on smartphones, smart watches, and particularly on Apple products.According to a news release, false crash detection on smartphones causes unnecessary 9-1-1 calls to the dispatch center and diverts first responders from real crises situations. Some helpful tips to manage the features of your phone include Keeping your phone secured or stowed safely during high-motion activities to prevent accidental triggers. Turn Off Crash Detection. You may easily use Google to search for how to do this on your smart phone or watch model. Let them know if it was an accidental crash detection right away.