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Tuesday, June 28, 2011

911 Phone Interruption

Updated Information/Talking Points:

Talking Points:
1. Fiber optic lines were cut in Southwest, WA, during construction operations today, June 28th at 11:30am.
2. 9-1-1 phone lines have been interrupted for all 274 prefixes.
3. Those individuals needing emergency services should call 9-1-1 and their phone calls will be rerouted to an emergency 9-1-1 operator OR they may call directly at 274-3151.
4. Individuals who get a continuous, fast-paced busy signal should continue calling 9-1-1 or call 274-3151
5. Should you have an emergency and encounter cell phone interruptions call call 274.3151.
6. Authorities are working diligently to repair services as soon as possible.
7. Partner agencies and County departments, please refrain from forwarding non-emergency phone calls to dispatch center until repairs have been made.

Jerusha Kasch, PIO
Joint Information Center Manager

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