If Hurricane Milton knocks out cell service, you can still dial 911 and send messages — here’s how
With Google messaging enabled as a user’s primary messaging app, satellite features can be prompted with a call to 911. If no service is available, a “satellite SOS” option will appear along with an emergency questionnaire and the chance to warn emergency contacts.
When Cell Service Is Down, You Can Send iPhone Texts via Satellite
How to stay connected if you can’t get a regular signal
How to send messages via satellite on your iPhone or Pixel
Satellite messaging features on iPhones and Pixels can provide a lifeline in times of crisis. Here’s what you can do and how they could help you.
How to send text messages via satellite on your iPhone
Apple has stressed that satellite messaging shouldn't be used in emergencies and says people should text emergency services using Emergency SOS via satellite.
Here's how to send texts or summon help via satellite using an iPhone
A recent Apple software update has given iPhone users a way to stay in touch, even if extreme weather or natural disasters mean they can't rely on the cellular network.
How to use your iPhone's satellite features in an emergency
Apple included a number of satellite-based features in its latest iPhone models to help users keep contact in an emergency. Here's what they are, and how to use them if you have no signal.
Sending emergency alerts is complicated. How to stay informed ahead of the next big flood
Another concern for officials and experts making alerts is avoiding a false alarm. The National Weather Service waits until ...
CNET on MSN10h
T-Mobile Will Use SpaceX's Starlink for Emergency Alerts, SMS Texting During Hurricane Milton
T-Mobile and SpaceX announced plans to start using the Starlink satellites to provide space-based coverage for T-Mobile's ...
PCMag on MSN11h
FCC Approves Emergency Cellular Starlink Service for Hurricane Helene Victims
Starlink's direct-to-cell satellite service for emergency alerts goes online in North Carolina as Florida braces for ...
FOX 35 Orlando on MSN7h
Starlink, T-Mobile enable emergency alerts, 911 service, texting for those in Hurricane Milton's path
T-Mobile is partnering with Starlink to operate its direct-to-cellular service in Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches the ...
KWKT Waco on MSN10h
Honoring Everyday Heroes in Fire and Emergency Services
As National Heroes Day is celebrated, Waco’s first responders stand out as everyday heroes, donning not just uniforms but a ...
CCJ1d
FMCSA declares regional emergency for Helene response
The declaration, effective through Oct. 27, is for relief haulers responding in seven affected states. Also: More news from ...
Overdrive1d
Regional emergency declared for Helene response | FEMA update on spot load postings
FMCSA has issued a Regional Emergency Declaration in 7 states to help with Hurricane Helene relief efforts, while FEMA has ...
FedScoop12d
VA to make new tele-emergency care service available across U.S.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is making tele-emergency care available nationwide following a pilot that the agency ...
Verizon service restored after some customers dealt with network issues Monday
Another response from Verizon on the account said, "Hello, we are aware of an issue impacting service for some customers.
Emergency housing resources for older Americans in need
Caring.com provides a guide to resources for emergency housing and how to access them amid an increasing number of older ...
Yancey County receives assistance from emergency service crews across North Carolina after Helene
YANCEY COUNTY, N.C. — The Yancey County Sheriff's Office is responding to the aftermath of Helene with help from departments ...
Boston City Council slams USPS for ditching emergency hearing on late mail over body’s perceived ‘political agenda’
The Boston City Council slammed the U.S. Postal Service for blowing off an emergency hearing that was aimed at addressing ...