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Stray Bullet Knocked Out Dallas Internet Service for Thousands
A stray bullet damaged a fiber optic cable, disrupting internet for nearly 25,000 Spectrum users across multiple Texas cities before service was restored the same day.
A stray bullet caused internet service disruptions for thousands of North Texas customers on Friday.
The bullet struck a fiber optic cable in the Dallas area, leading to the outage that began around 1 p.m.
By 4 p.m., most customers had their connectivity restored after repairs were completed.
Cities affected included Dallas, Irving, Plano, Arlington, Austin, and San Antonio, as reported by a Spectrum spokesperson.