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North Carolina Quartz Mine Resumes After Hurricane Helene

Sibelco's Spruce Pine quartz mine is back in operation post-Hurricane Helene. Production and shipments ramp up, crucial for chip manufacturing. Full recovery for local communities is expected.

T-Mobile and Starlink Launch Text-by-Satellite Service in Florida

T-Mobile customers affected by hurricanes can now send SMS texts via Starlink satellites. The service enables emergency communication and alerts, enhancing connectivity in disaster-struck areas.

The White House Engages on Reddit for Hurricane Milton Updates

Breaking new ground, The White House has taken to Reddit to discuss its response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton. With posts in r/NorthCarolina and r/Georgia, the administration aims to reach more ...

FEMA Battles Misinformation Amid Hurricane Cleanup in Florida

As Hurricane Milton intensifies, FEMA faces rampant misinformation. Administrator Deanne Criswell emphasized the urgency of addressing false claims, including those from Trump and Musk, to ensure e...

Starlink’s Emergency Direct-to-Cell Service Approved After Hurricane Helene

Following Hurricane Helene, Starlink has activated its direct-to-cell satellite service to broadcast emergency alerts in North Carolina. Basic SMS testing is set for T-Mobile users as the network r...