If you tell Siri “14”, it will attempt to call emergency services (911 in the U.S., 112 in Europe, or the local emergency number based on your region). This happens because “14” is an emergency number in some countries, and Apple has built Siri to recognize it as a distress signal.
Why Does Siri Call Emergency Services?
- In some countries, 14 is the emergency number (e.g., France).
- Siri is programmed to connect users to emergency services if they mention certain numbers linked to emergency hotlines worldwide.
- Saying “14” triggers a 5-second countdown, giving you a chance to cancel the call if it was accidental.
What Other Numbers Trigger Emergency Calls?
Other numbers that may activate Siri’s emergency response include…
- 911 (U.S., Canada)
- 112 (Europe, India, and many countries worldwide)
- 999 (UK, Hong Kong, Malaysia)
- 000 (Australia)
- 110 or 119 (China, Japan)
If you say any of these numbers, Siri will prepare to dial emergency services.
What Happens If You Accidentally Trigger It?
- Siri will start a 5-second countdown before dialing.
- If it was a mistake, quickly tap “Cancel” to stop the call.
- If the call goes through, stay on the line and explain to the dispatcher that it was an accident.
Is It a Siri Easter Egg or a Real Feature?
- Some people think saying “14” is an Easter egg or prank, but it’s a real emergency feature.
- Calling emergency services unnecessarily can waste resources and potentially block real emergencies.
- It’s best not to say “14” to Siri unless you need help.
Saying “14” to Siri will initiate a call to emergency services in many regions. This feature exists to help people in distress, but it’s necessary to use it responsibly and avoid triggering it as a joke.
