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Nationwide Cell Phone Outage Impacts Over 70,000 Customers

A person checks papers with his mobile phone lamp during a power outage, in Bejucal

On Thursday morning, a nationwide cell phone outage struck the United States, affecting over 70,000 customers. The issue originated from AT&T's network but also impacted users of Verizon and T-Mobile. This outage has had serious consequences, disrupting essential services like 911 emergency calls.

While the cause of the outage remains undisclosed, there is no evidence to suggest it was a deliberate or malicious act. However, the situation has drawn comparisons to the apocalyptic disaster movie 'Leave the World Behind' on Netflix, where all communications fail due to a cyber attack on satellites.

Given the parallels to the movie, some individuals online have reacted with a mix of humor and genuine concern. The film's connection to former President Barack Obama, who served as one of its producers, has added a conspiratorial element to the discourse.

As the outage continues to unfold, many are closely monitoring the situation for updates and resolution. In the meantime, it is crucial for affected individuals to remain calm and follow any instructions provided by authorities.

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