Connecticut's Area Code Changes
Starting Saturday, November 14, we'll all have to push a few more buttons to make a phone call to Connecticut. You must dial the area code every time you dial now, even if it's just a local call down the street. Why the change? Connecticut is adding two new area codes. The new 475 area code will serve the same locations as the 203 area code, and 959 will eventually serve the 860 area code location.
Things to know:
* Even though you will be dialing the area code to make local calls, it will still be considered a local call.
* Your own phone number will not change. Beginning in mid-December, new phone numbers may come with the new 475 area code. The new 979 area code will be implemented in the near future.
* You can still just dial the three digits to reach 911.
* Danbury's 311 line works just by dialing 3-1-1 as well.
So remember, starting Saturday, dial the area code + the seven digit number to make your phone calls. Don't forget to update your cell phones, pagers, speed-dialing services, alarm or security systems, anything else that might automate your calls. Also, don't leave out your area code anymore for business cards and flyers!
For more information, visit Connecticut's Department of Utility Control.