2024-03-26 09:01:45
Written in GLOBAL on 3/26/2024 · 04:00 hs
Last updated: 3/25/2024 · 3:25 pm
authorities of Texas warn regarding the service cellphones during the next eclipse solar 2024as it might be affected, as it is expected that in small towns, the number of users will double due to visitors.
The situation might become similar to what happens at a festival, where the telephone masts are overwhelmed by the number of people with phones in a single area, however, this might occur in multiple locations due to the large visitor volume which are expected on Monday, April 8.
Thousands of tourists expected for the 2024 solar eclipse in Texas
Local authorities have made disaster declarations for several cities in the region of Texas Hill Country due to the sudden influx of tourists scheduled for April 8.
Only the city of Saint Anthony might receive between 500 thousand and one million visitors that day, a situation that might cause traffic problems, as well as telephone service, which might affect the reception of emergency calls.
authorities of Killeenpointed out that the ideal is to use SMS to communicate during the astronomical event.
Citizens are encouraged to “Text if you can, call if you have to.” Due to the bandwidth of video calls and calls in general, it is best for citizens to use text messages to communicate on April 8, 2024, to limit congestion on cellular networks.
In Kerrvilleauthorities indicate that almost half a million people might crowd the small city to see the 2024 solar eclipse. It is in this town where NASA will set up to broadcast the eclipse live, which will be a great attraction for visitors.
Impacts on telephone service might last hours
Authorities in Kerville point out that communication problems might continue even following the astronomical phenomenon.
If these interruptions occur, they can last several hours. The phones Traditional wiring will probably not be affected, and it is recommended to know where the nearest one is, in case of an emergency.
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