TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- To provide support during a time of need for customers impacted by Hurricane Matthew, Verizon Wireless is offering unlimited domestic talk, text and data to qualified areas in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina from Oct. 7 through Oct. 11. For more information, please visit https://www.verizonwireless.com/featured/relief/.**

"Our customers expect an industry-leading network performance, especially when severe weather hits," said Roger Tang – president, South East Market for Verizon Wireless. "Thanks to the extensive preparations of our network team, our network has remained strong in the wake of this storm. That strength, when coupled with this offer, means that our customers can stay connected when it matters most."

Verizon Wireless customers who wish to help with Hurricane Matthew Relief efforts, via mobile phone, can donate by texting 80100 with the word "MATTHEW". Customers will receive a text response asking them to confirm the $10 donation. By texting their billing zip code, the user agrees to the terms and conditions. Donations are collected for the benefit of the GlobalGiving—Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund.

About Verizon
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) employs a diverse workforce of 177,700 and generated nearly $132 billion in 2015 revenues. Verizon operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 112 million retail connections nationwide. Headquartered in New York, the company also provides communications and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers worldwide.

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