If you’re stuck on the side of the road in the city of Los Angeles or see someone in need of similar assistance, you can now use your cell phone as a callbox to request help. Simply dial 399.

The 399 service is fully staffed by English- and Spanishspeaking operators and is available to provide translation assistance in more than 150 languages. The phone service also is equipped to serve the hearingand speech-impaired.

Motorists with cell phones in Los Angeles can use the service 24 hours a day.

Officials said 399 does not replace 911. Those who require medical, fire department or law enforcement attention should still use 911.