Temporary emergency numbers available

The public should be aware that the commonwealth is experiencing a statewide 911 outage. Below is a list of temporary emergency numbers in order to contact emergency services in nearby counties. 

Buckingham County – (434) 956-0958

Farmville/Prince Edward County – (434) 392-3332 (For medical emergencies, dial (434) 392-6973 Ext. 2 to be connected with Prince Edward Rescue Squad)

Cumberland County – (804) 492-4120

Charlotte County – (434) 542-5141

Lunenburg County – (434) 696-4452

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