Why does Siri call 911 when I say 17?

Why does Siri call 911 when I say 17? According to the Siri user guide: “The Apple developers programmed your iPhone to automatically call the local emergency number, even if you say the code for your home country. So saying ‘911’ in France will get you immediate help in France.

According to the Siri user guide: “The Apple developers programmed your iPhone to automatically call the local emergency number, even if you say the code for your home country. So saying ‘911’ in France will get you immediate help in France.