Wisconsin is getting a new telephone area code as 608 runs out of assignable prefixes, the three digits in a phone number following the area code. Area code 353 will be used for new telephone ...

The problem is they are expected to run out of assignable prefixes - the three numbers in the phone number following the area code - in the first quarter of 2024. MADISON, Wis. — The 608 area code, ...

To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin has approved an all-services overlay for the 608 area code. The 608 area code serves the southwestern ...

MADISON, Wis. - The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin announced on Thursday, Sept. 22 the creation of a new, additional area code to overlay the area in which the 608 area code is now in service.

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A new telephone area code ...

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A new telephone area code for southern Wisconsin is set to go into effect next month. The 353 area code will overlay the 608 area code region beginning Sept. 15, the Wisconsin ...

MADISON, Wis. (WKBT) -- Phone customers in the 608 area code may be assigned a number in the new 353 area code if they request new service or a second line starting next month. The Public Service ...