area codes

The new area code will be assigned in the same territory as the 305 and 786 area codes that cover Miami-Dade County and the Keys.

The 10-digit dialing begins on Jan. 22, and a new 656 area code goes into effect in February with the 813 area code running out of numbers.

The recent change in four Florida area codes and 81 others in the country will give residents access to 988 for suicide help, similar to using 911 for other medical emergencies.

State regulators next week will hold a workshop to begin considering a proposal to create an additional area code in Palm Beach County because the 561 area code is in “jeopardy” of running out of numbers.

State regulators voted Tuesday to create a new area code for Hillsborough County and parts of Pinellas and Pasco counties. That's because the county is…