---
service: "911"
status: "down"
reports_last_hour: 121
reports_last_12_hours: 4910
baseline_reports_per_hour: 9
checked_at: "2026-11-13T08:28:45.642Z"
url: "https://instatus.com/now/911.gov"
website: "https://www.911.gov/"
---

# Is 911 down?

Yes, it's down. 121 reports in the last hour, 13× normal.

## 911 outage FAQ

### Is 911 down right now?

Yes, it's down. 121 reports in the last hour, 13× normal.

### Is 911 down for everyone or just me?

It's not just you: 121 reports in the last hour from people having the same trouble.

### What problems are people reporting with 911?

In the last hour, most reports are about Dropped Call (36%), Line Busy (24%), No Answer (24%), other (16%).

### When was the last 911 outage?

Reports last spiked on Oct 22 and settled after about 5 hours.

### Does 911 have a status page?

We couldn't find an official status page for 911, so this page relies on reports from people like you.

### What can I do if 911 isn't working?

Check this page for updates, and wait a few minutes before trying again. Skip reinstalling: if it's an outage, the fix is on their side.

### How do I report a 911 problem?

Hit “I have an issue too” at the top of this page and pick what's broken. Your report shows on the live chart within a minute, and you can leave a comment to tell others what you're seeing.

### How does Instatus Now know?

We count reports from people on this page and compare them with the usual level for 911, every minute.

### What is 911?

911 is the emergency telephone number used in the United States and Canada to connect callers to emergency services.

[Visit website](https://www.911.gov/)