Spectrum Outage in Southern California After Attempted Copper Theft
2025-06-16
Spectrum internet subscribers in Southern California experienced widespread outages over the weekend after thieves attempting to steal copper lines accidentally cut fiber optic cables in Van Nuys. Thousands of customers were affected. Spectrum has restored service, is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible, and is crediting affected customers one day of service. The company stated that these acts of vandalism are increasing industry-wide due to rising precious metal prices.
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