Fires And Internet Service Outages In New Mexico Demonstrate Vital Need For More ...

Recent Verizon fiber cuts caused widespread internet and phone outages across New Mexico, highlighting the crucial need for resilient broadband networks with redundant fiber paths. The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion has been funding and partnering with ISPs to build alternative routes and restore reliable connectivity in disaster-prone areas.

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