Disaster Preparedness

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Florida acquires new Portable FirstNet Cell Sites to boost connectivity during emergencies

The State of Florida is investing in critical connectivity for public safety with FirstNet®, Built with AT&T by acquiring 50 mobile cell sites that they can self-deploy to boost connectivity dur... Read More
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How to help others when disaster strikes

The images of disasters pull on people’s heartstrings causing those outside of the impacted area to want to do something to help. Unfortunately, sometimes this kindness overwhelms agencies and organ... Read More
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Beware of Identity Thieves and Scam Artists after a Disaster

As government agencies and charitable groups continue to provide disaster assistance, con artists, identity thieves and other criminals may attempt to prey on vulnerable survivors. The most common po... Read More
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Tornadoes 101 (Tornado Basics, Video and Safety Info)

Most of us have seen a tornado on the news and the Internet, but a vast majority of people have never personally witnessed the power and destruction of a twister. The U.S. averages about 1,200 tornad... Read More
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Nuclear power plant emergency (dealing with radiation exposure)

Even though nuclear power plants are monitored and regulated, accidents are possible and do happen. An accident could result in dangerous levels of radiation that could affect the public so learn what... Read More
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