Give the road name and direction, the nearest exit or mile marker and a landmark, or share a map pin from your phone. On WhatsApp you can send your live location directly.
The fastest tow starts with a clear location. “On I-275 near downtown” can mean many miles in two directions.
What details matter most?
- Road name: I-275, I-4, Dale Mabry Highway, a street name.
- Direction: northbound, southbound, eastbound or westbound.
- Nearest exit number or mile marker. Mile markers are the small green signs along the shoulder.
- A landmark: a gas station, a store, a bridge, an overpass.
- Which side of the road you are on and whether you’re on the shoulder, the median or a ramp.
How do I share a pin from my phone?
- Google Maps or Apple Maps: tap the blue dot showing your location and choose share.
- WhatsApp: in the chat, tap the attachment icon, choose Location and send your current or live location.
What if I don’t know where I am?
Look for the next sign, exit or business name. If you are on a highway, note the last exit you passed. Even “just after exit 41, southbound” helps a lot.
What else should I tell them?
Your vehicle’s make, model and color, what happened and where you want to go. If you are in an unsafe spot, say so.
Dala Multiservices accepts calls and WhatsApp messages with your location, 24/7, across Tampa and nearby cities: (813) 293-3415.