Several USTelecom members have
operations in and around the areas that have been impacted by Harvey,
and their employees are working 24/7 in emergency operations centers to
keep networks up and running, as well as restore service in areas around
Houston that have been flooded. While Inside Towers has
been keeping readers up-to-date with the restoration efforts of the
larger carriers, USTelecom shines a light on what some of its other
members are doing in a blog post.
Consolidated Communications activated its
Emergency Operations Center, equipping its fleet with extra fuel,
ensuring backup generators are working and placing extra emergency
supplies in key areas, so employees can focus on keeping the network
operational.
Orlando-based Smart City Telecom,
which provides internet services in convention centers, amusement parks
and hotels, flew staff to Texas to help relieve local employees and keep
its WiFi and voice networks operational for storm victims who’ve taken
refuge at the George R. Brown Convention Center and NRG Stadium in
Houston. Continue Reading
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