Charlottesville-Albemarle 911 dispatchers help NC with hurricane aftermath (VA)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – 911 dispatchers in the Charlottesville-Albemarle area are in North Carolina to help with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Gov. Pillen Announces Mobilization of Communications Team to Assist in Hurricane (NE)
Governor Jim Pillen announced the mobilization of the Nebraska Telecommunicator Emergency Response Team (TERT) to assist North Carolina as it continues to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The group deployed on Friday, Oct. 4 to Buncombe County for 14 days. That county is one of the hardest hit locations from the storm.
9-1-1 Dispatchers Deployed to North Carolina to Assist with Hurricane Response Efforts (VA)
In response to an urgent request for mutual aid from North Carolina, the Fairfax County Department of Public Safety Communications is deploying four 9-1-1 dispatchers to support emergency communication centers in North Carolina most impacted by Hurricane Helene.
FCC Officials Visit North Carolina to Assess Recovery
FCC Officials Visit North Carolina to Assess Recovery
Their discussions highlighted the importance of quickly restoring vital communications, including 911 services, and the FCC’s role in promoting network roaming during such emergencies. Commissioner Carr expressed gratitude to those working on the ground, stating that communication services are a top priority in the recovery process.
Hurricane Helene: How to help, donate, and join local relief efforts (GA)
Relief efforts continue in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Areas hardest hit are experiencing flooding, food shortages, lack of access to clean water, and loss of property and life.
Many in our communities are extending a helping hand, and you can be a part of it.
