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Update: 911 dispatch services resume in Whatcom County

A What-Comm 911 dispatcher sits at a multiscreen terminal in a screenshot from a video “Answer the Call” produced by the Bellingham (Wash.) Police Department.
A What-Comm 911 dispatcher sits at a multiscreen terminal in a screenshot from a video “Answer the Call” produced by the Bellingham (Wash.) Police Department. City of Bellingham Courtesy to The Bellingham Herald

Whatcom County experienced a disruption to 911 services that lasted several hours Monday afternoon and evening, but service was restored just before 6 p.m., according to an emergency alert issued by the county.

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management said it was notified by WhatComm about an inability to receive calls, but a possible cause had not been determined.

Anyone who is unable to reach a dispatcher via 911 should contact the dispatch center directly at 360-676-6911.

This story was originally published June 15, 2026 at 3:06 PM.

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Hannah Edelman joined The Bellingham Herald in January 2025 as courts and investigations reporter. Edelman resides in Burlington. Support my work with a digital subscription
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