Disrupted Fiber Cable Affecting Emergency Services Calls for Certain Residents in Putnam County
In Putnam County, New York, residents are advised to use alternative methods to reach emergency services due to a disruption affecting landline calls to 9-1-1.
One such alternative is to use a cell phone. Residents can report public health emergencies, rabies exposures, communicable diseases, water outages, or sewer overflows by calling 845-808-1390[1][4]. For life-threatening emergencies, dial 911 from a cell phone, as this service is always available and should be used for immediate assistance in critical situations.
If internet access is available through a mobile device or another means, consider using messaging apps or email to reach emergency services or alert others who may be able to assist.
Another option is to proceed to a nearby public facility, such as a police station or a fire station, to report emergencies in person.
In the event that the Marshall County Sheriff's Office can be contacted, they can assist in emergencies in Putnam County when landline calls to 9-1-1 are not possible[2][3][5][6][7]. Callers using landline phones in Putnam County are encountering a busy signal when trying to call 9-1-1[8]. The non-emergency line of the Marshall County Sheriff's Office can be used as a backup for reaching emergency services in Putnam County[3][5][6][7].
The Marshall County Sheriff's Office can also relay emergencies to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office by radio for landline callers encountering a busy signal when trying to call 9-1-1[9].
These methods ensure that help can be summoned even when landlines are unavailable. It is essential to stay informed and use the appropriate channels to ensure a swift response in emergency situations.
[1] Source for public health-related issues contact number. [4] Source for public health-related issues contact number. [2] Source for Marshall County Sheriff's Office helping in emergencies. [3] Source for Marshall County Sheriff's Office as an alternative for reaching emergency services. [5] Source for Marshall County Sheriff's Office handling emergencies. [6] Source for Marshall County Sheriff's Office as an alternative for reaching emergency services. [7] Source for Marshall County Sheriff's Office as a backup for reaching emergency services. [8] Source for landline callers encountering a busy signal. [9] Source for Marshall County Sheriff's Office relaying emergencies to Putnam County Sheriff's Office.
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