Verizon Hit by Mass Outage As Internet Goes Down for Millions of People

A massive outage hit Verizon on Wednesday, causing widespread internet and phone service disruptions for millions of people across the United States.

The outage began around 11:30 a.m. ET and affected customers in multiple states, including New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Verizon acknowledged the outage on its website, saying that it was "aware of an issue impacting voice, data, and FiOS services." The company said it was working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

The outage caused widespread disruption for businesses and individuals. Many people were unable to make or receive phone calls, send or receive text messages, or access the internet. The outage also affected 911 services in some areas, making it difficult for people to reach emergency responders.

Verizon has not yet said what caused the outage, but the company is investigating. The outage is the latest in a series of problems that Verizon has faced in recent months. In July, the company experienced a major outage that affected millions of customers in the Northeast. Verizon has also been criticized for its handling of a data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of customers.

The outage is a reminder of the importance of reliable internet and phone service. For many people, these services are essential for work, school, and staying connected with family and friends. When these services are disrupted, it can have a major impact on people's lives.

Verizon has apologized for the outage and said that it is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. The company has also said that it will provide updates on the situation as they become available.

In the meantime, customers who are affected by the outage can check Verizon's website for updates. Customers can also call Verizon's customer service line at 1-800-VERIZON (1-800-837-4966).