'Major' statewide outage in #Massachusetts: #911System down. People need to call non-emergency numbers

by Katie Landeck, June 18, 2024

"Emergency dispatch services in Massachusetts are being disrupted by a 'major' statewide outage.

"Boston Mayor Michelle Wu confirmed the outage in a press conference, saying that she hopes it is momentary.

"For people who need to use #emergency services, they are being urged to call the local numbers for their police department or to use of the local call boxes that are on streets."

https://www.usatoday.com/story/lifestyle/public-safety/2024/06/18/massachusetts-911-outage-down/74139411007/

The problem may be related to an AT&T outage. We got a false alert here in #Maine

"In February, municipalities across the country reported difficulties with 911 service after an outage affecting AT&T and other cell providers."

#911System is down statewide in Massachusetts. Here are numbers to call in an emergency.

By Neal Riley
Updated on: June 18, 2024

BOSTON - "The 911 system is down statewide in Massachusetts. The State 911 Department has confirmed there is a 'disruption' to the service and the cause is being investigated.

"Individuals who are experiencing an #emergency are asked to contact the direct line for their local police department,' the department said. 'We will provide further information as soon as it becomes available.'

"An emergency alert sent to phones on Tuesday afternoon said '9-1-1 SERIVCES are currently down Statewide. Delays in public safety response may occur. CALL local Public Safety business line directly if you or others are having an emergency."

https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/911-outage-massachusetts-system-down/