GATLINBURG, Tenn., Nov. 29, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Damages caused
by wildfires in East Tennessee
have affected some AT&T* wireless services in the area.
To help customers and emergency responders stay connected, local
AT&T teams and our Network Disaster Recovery (NDR) team are
deploying Satellite Cell on Light Trucks (COLTs), emergency
communications equipment, and portable charging equipment stations
in the area.
"Our first and foremost concern is the safety of residents and
emergency response crews in the affected area," said Joelle Phillips, President of AT&T
Tennessee. "Staying connected during natural disasters like this
wildfire is critical to customers and emergency management
officials."
Additionally, customers can support American Red Cross disaster
relief by sending a text with 'REDCROSS' to 90999 to make a
$10 donation. **
AT&T is the first private sector company to receive
certification under the Department of Homeland Security's Private
Sector Preparedness, or PS-Prep, program. PS-Prep certification
validates that AT&T is able to maintain or recover its own
business operations in the face of an emergency or disaster,
whether natural, man-made, or cyber in nature.
We've invested more than $600
million in our Network Disaster Recovery (NDR) program. Our
arsenal of equipment makes it one of the nation's largest and most
advanced disaster response programs.
We will provide updated information when available.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by
subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T
brand and not by AT&T Inc.
**Charges will appear on your wireless bill, or be deducted from
your prepaid balance. All purchases must be authorized by account
holder. Must be 18 years of age or have parental permission to
participate. Message and Data Rates May Apply. Text STOP to 90999
to STOP. Text HELP to 90999 for HELP. Full Terms:
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