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Don't have a car accident, get snake bit, cut yourself, or get into a domestic dispute in this area, as there is a huge dead zone in and around Putnam Hall, including from Melrose west to Putnam Hall (5 mi), from Putnam Hall north to Keystone Hgts on SR 100 (6 mi) and also from Putnam Hall to Palatka (20 miles). There is poor coverage in downtown Melrose only and also in Orange Heights, but no coverage if traveling between Melrose and Orange Heights (another 5 mi. dead zone). Can you hear me now?? My cell phone battery goes dead overnight trying to do a 'keep alive' with the nearest tower from our 11 acre weekend place in Putnam Hall area. We have to literally stand outside at the front gate to make a call. Thus, my comment: don't get hurt or snake bit, or break a leg, as you may not even be able to call 9-1-1. Someone needs to sue these folks over this outrageously poor coverage. There is a ray of hope though: Verizon just bought Alltel and this MIGHT (although I am doubtful) increase coverage in this area. There is a NexTel tower near Putnam Hall on Goodson Prairie road. I can see it from my property, so if you live out here, Sprint-Nextel may work better for you. Or get a "pay-go" phone - they always seem to work fine. Go figure. Someone is raking in the $$ by providing us with lousy coverage at premium price.
Can't get reception in my home, inside buildings, most of the areas I travel until I get into Gainesville. No good in outlying areas where you need it the most.
