WEST MICHIGAN — Dispatch centers from around West Michigan counties are spreading the word about a statewide 911 outage.
It's not clear what caused the outage.
Dispatch centers are also sharing alternate numbers to call, in case you need emergency help.
In some counties, you can still text 911 for help.
See below for a list of counties experiencing 911 outages and alternate numbers:
- Ottawa County has restored 911 lines
- Allegan County has restored 911 lines
- Barry County has restored 911 lines
- Kalamazoo County has restored 911 lines.
- Ionia County has restored 911 lines
- Muskegon County has restored 911
- Van Buren County has partially restored 911 lines but if you are still having issues, you can call 269-657-3101 or text 911
- Grand Rapids has restored 911 lines
- Kent County dispatchers are experiencing audio problems with their 911 lines; however, they can still receive 911 calls
- Montcalm County dispatchers are also experiencing audio problems with 911 lines; however, they can still receive 911 calls and encourage residents to call 911, or text 911.
- St Joseph County has restored 911 lines
- Newaygo County has restored 911 lines
- Branch County is not experiencing 911 issues
- Cass County is not experiencing 911 issues
- Calhoun County has restored 911 lines but says, if you have issues, to call 517-293-3911
This is a developing story. FOX17 is working to learn more about the issue and will update when information is available.
