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RCMP report outage affecting some telephone communications

Lisa Iesse
By Lisa Iesse

The RCMP announced that they have been made aware of a communications outage affecting some telephone communications.

“The full-scope of this outage is not known at this time however Northwestel is aware of the problem,” said officials today in an announcement this afternoon.

Police received reports of some phone calls not reaching detachments but said that 911 services appear to be functioning.

“In the event the public requires non-emergency service and regular phone numbers are not working, proceed directly to your local detachment,” said officials.

Police ask the public to contact police using 911 for an emergency only. For other matters, if police cannot be reached by phone, RCMP ask the public to proceed directly to their local detachment.

Story Update: RCMP reported that the issue is now resolved 

Lisa Iesse
Lisa Iesse
Growing up in Toronto’s west end, Lisa always dreamed of making her way to the land of the midnight sun. She studied literature and sociology at the University of Toronto and has worked with media outlets in Ontario, the N.W.T., Six Nations and the U.K. Have a tip or something to share? Reach her anytime at 647-619-9807 or [email protected]

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