A breakdown affects the fixed and mobile telephone network throughout Reunion Island, the prefecture announced on Tuesday May 17.
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A technical incident is currently impacting the operation of certain fixed and mobile lines
", indicates the prefecture of Reunion in a press release on the situation at 10 p.m. local time (8 p.m. in France).
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The prefecture indicated that internet access could also be disrupted depending on the area.
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The prefect has activated a crisis unit in the prefecture in order to bring together the various actors mobilized to restore the situation as quickly as possible
", she specifies.
Emergency numbers 15 (SAMU) and 112 remain in service.
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However, faced with the risk of saturation, the authorities invite people to reiterate their appeal
,” adds the prefecture.
