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NATIONWIDE –

In an unprecedented disruption affecting millions, Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile users nationwide are reporting significant outages today.

The disturbances began around 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time, sparking widespread frustration as users found themselves unable to perform basic mobile functions such as sending text messages and making calls.

Many affected individuals have reported their phones being stuck in SOS mode, a situation that indicates a lack of network connectivity.

According to Downdetector, a platform that tracks service outages, nearly 100,000 users have reported issues, with the number rapidly climbing as the day progresses.

The outages have been reported in major cities across the country, including Chicago, Indianapolis, and Minneapolis, impacting both urban and rural areas alike.

Despite the magnitude of the problem, the root cause of these disruptions remains unclear.

As of now, there has been no official statement from the service providers detailing what might have led to this widespread network failure.

Customers are advised to remain patient and keep track of updates from their respective service providers as teams work to resolve the issue.

In the meantime, users may want to explore alternative communication methods, such as Wi-Fi-based services or landlines, to stay connected during this outage.

As the situation develops, staying informed through official channels will be crucial to understanding when normal service might resume.

 

Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile Outages Reported  was originally published on wibc.com