Some 911 Lines in Michigan Aren’t Working; Try These Numbers Instead

State Police blame fiber-optic problem.

UPDATE: State Police say 911 service has been restored.

Michigan State Police say a fiber-optic problem has knocked out some 911 emergency lines. The agency is publicizing a list of administrative numbers to call if people can’t get through on 911. 

Here’s a link to the list.

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    Pat Batcheller is a host and Senior News Editor for 101.9 WDET, presenting local news, traffic and weather updates during Morning Edition. He is an amateur musician.