Category: disaster

AT&T’s giant blimp will provide network coverage to first responders

Post author By Randall
Post date December 4, 2019
Categories In aerostat, at&t, att, blimp, business, disaster, first responder network, first responders, firstnet, firstnet one, gear, Internet, Mobile, public safety, services, Tech, tomorrow, wireless

[ad_1] FirstNet One flies at 1,000 feet, which means it can cover more area than other solutions. It is fully operational in wind up to 50MPH, and it can withstand wind speeds of up to 70MPH. It’s able to remain airborne for up to two weeks before it needs a shot of helium, and by […]

Lyft outlines its disaster response strategy

Post author By Randall
Post date July 3, 2019
Categories In city works, crisis, disaster, gear, Internet, Lyft, natural disaster, natural disasters, ridesharing, services, Tech, Transportation

[ad_1] The company also promises to offer transportation help to first responders and volunteers. It’ll steer customers toward valuable resources as well, such as Airbnb Open Homes, United Way 211 info and shelter locations. The disaster plan is part of Lyft’s larger City Works strategy aiming to support the community at large. While there’s clearly […]