Calls in 507 area code now require 10-digit dialing

(KWNO)-Starting today all local calls made within the 507-area code region must be placed using 10 digits (area code + the 7-digit telephone number). Calls placed using just 7 digits will not be completed.

This is because the existing 507 area code, which serves mostly all of southern Minnesota, is expected to run out of new numbers in early 2025. Beginning August 30 new telephone lines or services may be assigned numbers using the new 924 area code.

Key facts according to the Public Utilities Commission:
Your current telephone number, including current area code, will not change
You will need to dial the area code + telephone number for all local calls, including calls within the same area code.
You will continue to dial 1 + area code + telephone number for all long-distance calls.
What is a local call now will remain a local call.
The price of a call, coverage area, or other rates and services will not change due to the overlay.
You can still dial three digits to reach 911 and 988, as well as 211, 311, 411, 511, 711 and 811 where available.