In rural California, AT&T’s move to pull the plug on traditional landline phones has stirred up quite a buzz.
Folks are worried about being left high and dry during emergencies, like wildfires or earthquakes. AT&T says it is shifting gears to invest in broadband.
As the California Public Utilities Commission weighs the decision, thousands of customers are voicing their concerns and urging a priority on consumer interests. The proposal to end landline service could impact nearly 30 million people.
