Hurricane season is approaching, and with federal officials forecasting above average hurricane activity along the southeast coast this year, the Federal Communications Commission is reminding broadcasters of FCC emergency contact information and the need for participation in the Disaster Information Reporting System.
Hurricane season begins on June 1 and runs through Nov. 30 (though Mother Nature tends not to pay attention to official start and end dates).
Broadcasters needing emergency special temporary authorizations or who want to speak with bureau employees about communications recovery efforts after-hours or on weekends may contact the FCC’s 24/7 Operations Center at (202) 418-1122 or [email protected].
FCC contact information during regular business hours and more comprehensive details about the process for receiving STAs are available.
DIRS is a voluntary, web-based system that allows wireless, wireline, broadcast, and cable providers to report communications infrastructure status and to the FCC during a crisis. By participating in DIRS, the FCC can help assist you to restore essential services affected by a disaster.
