In response, the commission says a new area code “is expected to be activated before the second quarter of 2024,” when all available 716 numbers are expected to be used up.

Numbers using the 624 area code will not be assigned until all of the 716 area code phone numbers are used Consumers will still have to dial 1+ area code+ phone number when placing calls to other ...

The 716 area code, popularized in recent years as an emblem of regional solidarity, is running out of numbers and unlikely to be issued to new phone users two years ...