BISMARCK, N.D. – Emergency 911 is currently experiencing an outage. If you are having difficulties contacting 911 by voice, text 911. Enter the numbers "911" in the "To" field.

Text message should be brief and include:

o    Location

o    Type of emergency

o    Then, "Send" message.

Be prepared to answer questions and follow instructions from the 9-1-1 personnel. Text in simple words - do not use abbreviations. 

We will send an update when we have more information.

For more information about how to text 911 visit https://www.911.nd.gov/