Times When Streamers Had to Call 911 Streaming can be an unpredictable profession. While most broadcasts go off without a hitch, there have been several incidents where streamers found themselves in situations serious enough to warrant a 911 call. From medical emergencies to swatting incidents, here are some notable moments when streamers had to call emergency services live on air. 1. Swatting Incidents One of the most unfortunate reasons streamers have had to call 911 is swatting—a dangerous prank where someone makes a false emergency report to send a SWAT team to the target’s home. Several well-known streamers, including xQc and Summit1G, have been victims of this terrifying hoax. In many cases, the victims had to call 911 themselves to inform authorities of the false report in hopes of de-escalating the situation. 2. Medical Emergencies In some instances, streamers or their friends have suffered medical emergencies on air. A well-known example is when streamer DrLupo had to ca...