911 services restored, according to Beaufort Co. Sheriff’s Office

BEAUFORT, S.C. (WTOC) - UPDATE: 911 services have been restored, according to the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.

A fiber-optic cable, which was damaged yesterday during a construction project on Lady’s Island, caused possible overnight disruptions. The cable has been repaired.

ORIGINAL STORY: The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is warning of a temporary disruption to the 9-1-1 service in the city of Beaufort.

Century Link advised Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch that residents in the City of Beaufort may have trouble reaching 9-1-1, due to temporary technical difficulties.

If you experience an issue getting through to 9-1-1 during an emergency, contact Sheriff’s Office Dispatch at 843.524.2777.

Century Link is working on the issue.