In 3 weeks the way everyone in the 315 area code must dial a local number will change.

Frontier is adding the new 680 area code into the 315 region.

The 2 will cover the same geographic area, which is why they call the addition an “area code overlay.”

Here’s the big change: anyone dialing a local number will have to dial the area code first, whether it is 315 or 680.

Dialing only a 7-digit number will no longer be allowed.

This means you may have to edit the numbers programmed in a cell phone.

Here’s what will not change: your telephone number, the price of a local call and you can still dial just 3 digits to reach 911.

315 currently covers much of Central New York along with Wayne County and parts of Ontario County, like Geneva.

This change goes into effect on March 12 and if you have questions, you can call 1.800.921.8101.

Here’s some more advice from Frontier:

In addition to changing your dialing procedures, all services, automatic dialing equipment, or other types of equipment that are programmed to dial a 7-digit number will need to be reprogrammed to use the new dialing procedure. Some examples are life safety systems or medical devices, PBXs, fax machines, Internet dial-up numbers, alarm and security systems or gates, speed dialers, mobile phone contact lists, call forwarding settings, voicemail services, and similar functions, etc. Be sure to check your website, business stationery, advertising materials, personal and business checks, contact information, and your personal or pet ID tags to ensure the area code is included.