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Vehicle Collision Knocks Out Internet for Thousands Across Central California
10 Sep
Summary
- Vehicle struck utility pole, disrupting Xfinity and Comcast service
- Outage affected customers in several California cities, including Clovis, Fresno, and Lodi
- Crews working to repair the problem, but no estimated time of full restoration provided

On Wednesday, a vehicle collision caused a significant internet disruption across parts of Northern and Central California. According to officials, a vehicle struck a utility pole, resulting in an outage that affected Xfinity and Comcast Business customers in several communities.
The affected areas include Clovis, Elk Grove, Fresno, Lodi, Los Banos, Madera, Mendota, Perkins, and Rancho Cordova. Xfinity, the internet service provider, has confirmed that crews are on the scene working to repair the problem, but no estimated time of full restoration has been provided.
The internet outage has caused significant inconvenience for residents and businesses in the affected regions, who rely on a stable internet connection for work, education, and daily activities. Xfinity is urging customers to check for updates on the company's website, as the situation remains ongoing.