911 outages reported in several Nebraska counties

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — Several counties in Nebraska lost 911 service on Thursday night, officials say.

That includes some of the state’s largest counties.

Douglas, Sarpy, Hall, Buffalo and Dodge counties have all reported outages.

The Nebraska State Patrol said non-emergency lines are still working.

You can also call *55 to reach state patrol dispatchers.

The Lincoln Police Department said 911 is still working in Lancaster County.

The Lincoln Emergency Communications Center in Lancaster County is NOT down at this time. You can still call 911. https://t.co/T4KNG17VFc

— Lincoln Police (@Lincoln_Police) September 1, 2023

Gov. Jim Pillen’s office said emergency officials are working to fix the problem.

“Nebraskans are encouraged to monitor local media and their cell phones for alerts and instructions as to alternative methods for reaching 911,” the governor’s office said in an email.

This is a developing story. Check with Channel 8 for the latest.