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Consumer Information
This page contains links to information that may be helpful
to consumers and the general public during a hurricane emergency situation. The
links include FCC fact sheets with pertinent information for communicating
during emergency situations; local TV stations that may provide updated news and
information in the affected areas; links to amateur radio organizations who may
provide alternative communications services; and information about how consumers
can help with relief efforts. Consumers may contact the Red Cross at: 1-800-HELP
NOW for information about how to donate to a relief effort.
FCC Fact Sheet entitled "Communicating
During Emergencies"
Other Useful Fact Sheets:
Accessibility of Emergency Video Programming To Persons With Hearing And Visual
Disabilities
Wireless
E911 Services
The Amber Plan
The Emergency Alert
System (EAS)
Links to TV stations in affected states for updates:
Amateur Radio Organizations to provide assistance in communicating and
providing help in accessing information for affected areas:
Amateur Radio
Disaster Service
Radio Amateur
Civil Emergency Service
Emergency relief organizations:
Disaster Center site that tracks hurricane/tropical storm development and
includes links to state online media
Consumer Safety:
Post-Storm Portable Generator, Candle and Wet Appliance Hazards
FDA news about food, drugs, medical, animals, etc...
EPA information about water, fuel, Health, etc...
CDC tips for Consumers. Some information for Workers and Health
Professionals
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Federal Communications Commission