Headline: Telecommunications operators begin recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene caused widespread infrastructure damage.
Article: Following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, telecommunications operators are working rapidly to restore critical services across the affected regions. Damage to cell towers, fiber networks, and power lines has disrupted both mobile and broadband services, particularly in rural and coastal areas. Operators like Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile have deployed emergency response teams to assess damage and begin repairs. Mobile cell sites (COWs – Cells on Wheels) are helping to provide temporary service while permanent infrastructure is being repaired. Spatial providers like SpaceX’s Starlink are further supporting recovery efforts, which are assisting in restoring connectivity in the hardest-hit areas.
Date: October 2024
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