At least 1,000 homes are without phone service in Arlington. Early Tuesday evening, workmen accidentally cut a line in the west part of the city. The accident knocked out phone service in neighborhoods north and south of Highway 180.
Residents say they feel vulnerable now that their main line of communication has been severed.
It could take up to two days for repairs. Police are asking residents to have a plan to reach authorities in case of an emergency over the next 48 hours. They say if you do not own a cell phone, find someone who does and make them your point person. Residents pray for no emergencies. Yeah, it could be a problem because if something happens to me or somebody tries to break into my house or something.