LIST OF ALTERNATIVE NUMBERS FOR 911 DURING AT&T OUTAGE
The explosion in Nashville yesterday morning knocked out wireless 911 call capability in the entire state of Tennessee. AT&T crews are working on the problem but it is unknown how long this will last.
105.7 News compiled a list of alternative numbers to reach 911 dispatchers. Be sure to save this story for reference. Here is the list:
ANDERSON COUNTY – (865) 457-2414
BLEDSOE COUNTY – (423) 447-2197 – sheriff Department, ask for dispatch
CLAY COUNTY – (931) 243-3266
CUMBERLAND COUNTY – (931) 484-2230. For Fairfield Glade police, call 931-484-3785 and press 1 for police, fire and EMS. Again do not hang up if it is an emergency. Call and press 1 when the recording starts. This will transfer you to a 911 dispatcher.
FENTRESS COUNTY – (931) 445-4175 – Non emergency calls is (931) 752-0911 or the Fentress County Sheriff’s Department at (931) 879-8142.
KNOX COUNTY – (865) 215-1193
LOUDON COUNTY – (865) 458-9081
McMINN COUNTY – (423) 745-3222
MEIGS COUNTY – (423) 334-5268 – sheriff’s office, ask for dispatch
MONROE COUNTY – (423) 442-4357
MORGAN COUNTY – (423) 346-0911 and select option 5
OVERTON COUNTY – If you cannot get a call through to 911, dial 931-871-0292 or 823-1133
PICKETT COUNTY – If you cannot get a call through to 911, dial 931-871-0292 or 823-1133
PUTNAM COUNTY – (931) 319-5834, (931) 783-0407, (931) 783-0427, (931) 261-6219 or (931) 646-HELP
RHEA COUNTY – (423) 775-7838 – sheriff office, ask for dispatch
ROANE COUNTY – Internet and non-emergency phone lines at the Roane County – 911 lines are operational. If you need further assistance call the sheriff’s office for dispatch at (865) 376-5582 or call (865) 354-8045
WHITE COUNTY – (931) 738-7111