10/28/2026
UPDATE: the fiber has been repaired and cellular service should be restored now! Everyone please have a safe night.
⚠️ CELLULAR SERVICE OUTAGE – EDGEFIELD COUNTY ⚠️
Edgefield County Emergency Management is aware of an ongoing cellular service outage affecting AT&T and Verizon customers in portions of Edgefield County.
The outage is due to a network issue affecting four cellular towers. The affected area includes the Town of Edgefield, extending north along Highway 25 toward Greenwood and west along Highway 23 toward Modoc.
📱 911 CALLS
911 service remains available when an alternate cellular network is available. If your AT&T or Verizon phone does not have normal service, still attempt to call 911 in an emergency. Emergency calls can connect through another available cellular provider, including T-Mobile where service is available.
If your phone has Wi-Fi Calling enabled and you have access to a working Wi-Fi connection, you may also be able to place calls, including calls to 911.
There is currently no estimated time for restoration. The network provider is aware of the issue and is actively working to restore service.
We will provide additional information as it becomes available.
Edgefield County Emergency Management