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If you are dealing with a missing child emergency, . There is no requirement to wait 24 hours to report a missing child. Immediate Actions

: If in a store or mall, notify management immediately to initiate safety protocols like Code Adam .

: Call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) for technical assistance and photo distribution in the U.S.. International Help : Canada : Contact MissingKids.ca for caseworker support. Boy Missing

If you were looking for a different kind of "guide" related to this topic: Is Your Child Missing? - MissingKids.org

covering the first 48 hours, working with media, and long-term search strategies. If you are dealing with a missing child emergency,

: Designate one person to record all incoming calls, names, and times in a notebook. Other Interpretations

: Check closets, laundry piles, under beds, and inside large appliances. - MissingKids

: The U.S. Department of Justice provides a comprehensive Family Survival Guide