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fiber optic lines
Coverage of fiber optic lines in the Nexus archive.
- Spectrum fiber optic lines intentionally cut in "criminal attack" in northeast Charlotte, officials say
Spectrum fiber optic lines in northeast Charlotte were intentionally cut in a criminal attack, disrupting service for residents and businesses near Washington Boulevard. Officials noted that such thefts of fiber optic lines are becoming increasingly common.
- Cable company suspects copper thieves cut internet to some Georgetown residents
Some Georgetown residents lost internet access on Monday morning after fiber optic lines were cut, according to cable provider Optimum. The company suspects the disruption was caused by copper thieves.