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Verizon Wireless Outage in Kalamazoo: How Residents Can Still Contact Emergency Services

Verizon Outage Affects Kalamazoo

Verizon Wireless customers in the Kalamazoo area are experiencing an outage that is affecting data, voice, text, and wireless home internet services.

Known Issue

Verizon's online outage tool confirms the disruption and states that there is a “known issue” in the Kalamazoo area.

Limited Emergency Services

The Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office has reported that the outage is also affecting emergency services for Verizon customers.

How to Contact Emergency Services

1. Landlines: If you have a landline, you can still call 911.
2. Local Police and Fire Departments: You can also call the non-emergency numbers of your local police and fire departments.
3. Text-to-911: If you are unable to make a call, you can text 911. However, this service is not available in all areas.

Verizon's Response

Verizon has not yet released a statement on the cause of the outage or when services are expected to be restored.

Stay Informed

For the latest updates on the outage, please check the following sources:

• Verizon Outage Tool
• Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office
• Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety

Additional Resources

* How to File an Informal Complaint with the FCC * What to Do When Your Cell Phone Service Goes Out

Conclusion

The Verizon Wireless outage in Kalamazoo is affecting emergency services, but there are still ways for residents to contact help if needed. Stay informed by checking the official Verizon outage tool and local news sources for updates.