First responders say there is a statewide outage affecting the 911 system. Not all parishes are affected. For example, Livingston Parish says they are on a different 911 system, but they are having issues transferring emergency calls to other parishes.

Below is a list of agencies reporting the outage, and the number you can call if you need help. We'll update this list as we learn more:

Rapides Parish is asking residents to use these numbers in an emergency: Pafford EMS - 318-545-2595 APD- 318-449-5099 AFD - 318-441-6620 PPD - 318-442-6603 PFD - 318 - 442-4452 RPSO - 318-473-6700

Slidell Police are asking residents to call 985-643-3131, 9 85-646-4201, or 985-646-4219.

St. John the Baptist Parish's Sheriff's Office says they cannot receive outside calls, but 911 cal

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