Verizon service is back online for thousands of Southern California customers following a major outage on Sunday. The service disruption, which left many mobile and internet users without connectivity, resulted from acts of vandalism that severed multiple fiber-optic lines.
Verizon stated that engineers and third-party crews worked throughout the day to repair the damaged cables. The company condemned the incident, describing the destruction of network infrastructure as a direct threat to public safety and first responder operations rather than a simple property crime.
Many residents in the region reported their devices were restricted to emergency satellite signals during the blackout. Customers in North Hollywood expressed frustration over the lack of communication from the company while their services were down for the duration of the day.
While connectivity is restored, questions remain regarding accountability for the incident and the impact on customers who rely on these lines for daily life and safety. Verizon has not yet provided specific details on the exact locations of the vandalism or a confirmed count of the affected individuals.