Please do not shoot at birds on lines. Like this outage below the projectiles from gunfire can damage power and fiber lines, creating costly repairs and leaving homes and businesses without power, internet, TV, or phone services. Please remember to shoot smart.
Update 2:40 pm 9/17/2022 - all services are restored. Call (877) 430-5418 if are having any issues.
Update:1:15pm 9/17/2022 - The outage is due to someone shooting the fiber line just East of Idalia. Crews estimate service will be restored around 5:30 pm
We have a fiber outage in the Essex/Idalia area. Crews are en route to locate the issue. We will update you as we receive more information.
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