Voting time has been extended in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, after a software malfunction disrupted voters' ability to scan their ballots. The Office of County Commissioners announced on Tuesday that an issue with the Electronic Voting System prevented voters from scanning their ballots.
The Cambria County Board of Election has taken steps to address the situation by filing a Court Order to extend the voting time within the county. Election officials emphasize that there is a process in place to handle such issues and urge voters not to be discouraged from casting their votes at their designated precincts.
One voter, Dave Luciew, from the borough of Geistown, shared his experience of finding his polling location empty due to the malfunction. He and his wife decided to return later to ensure that their votes are properly counted once the machines are functioning again.
The Pennsylvania Department of State is collaborating with county officials to resolve the technical problem. In the meantime, voters are encouraged to use paper ballots as an alternative method of voting until the issue with in-precinct scanning is resolved.
Spokesman Matt Heckel reassured the public that efforts are being made to ensure a free, fair, safe, and secure election. The Board of Elections will accept and secure all completed paper ballots for counting.
