Significant disruption to internet and communication services has occurred after the main fibre optic cable running between Gravesend and Greenhithe was severed on Galley Hill. The incident took place before the cable had been fully rerouted, resulting in the complete loss of all fibre services in the affected area.

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Local sources indicate that the cable was cut accidentally, leading to widespread outages and connectivity issues for residents and businesses relying on the fibre network.

This incident highlights the vulnerability of essential infrastructure and the importance of careful management during maintenance and rerouting operations. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops and as more information becomes available from those on the ground.

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