Customers are reporting that T-Mobile USA is experiencing a widespread service disruption that is affecting both voice calls and text messages. In a statement, the company said: “T-Mobile customers may be experiencing service disruptions impacting voice and data. Our rapid response teams have been mobilized to restore service as quickly as possible. We will provide updates as more information is available.”

UPDATE: At 9:10 p.m. EST, T-Mobile issued a new statement saying that the outage is now affecting 5 percent of its subscribers. “We’re making good progress restoring voice and messaging service to affected customers. At this time, approximately 5 percent of T-Mobile customers are experiencing service disruptions. Issues began at approximately 5:30 p.m. Eastern time. Our rapid response team is working continuously to fully resolve this disruption. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience that this has caused our customers.”