Use Of Satellite Communication During Disaster

For example if something happens the family member will wait exactly one hour to resume communications.

Use of satellite communication during disaster. Assisting state local tribal and territorial entities in mitigating their disaster emergency communications risks and requirements to support life saving efforts protect property and. Satellite phones and internet have added new dimensions to global and almost instantaneous communication. Make sure each family member has an idea of how long the commute might take. Due to modern technology and use of satellites we broadcast television programmes all over the world.

The technology allows mobile phones to communicate directly with each other even when there is no network coverage. Tera trilogy emergency relief application is an sms text system designed for two way communication between aid agencies and people affected by natural disasters. This device allows the user to hear all emergency communication between officials in the police rescue fire respondent military and aircraft industries. This time we include a few actual examples of successful uses for this communications technology as well as common configurations.

During gssf a three day event being held at adnec in abu dhabi on 9 11 may leading experts will discuss how satellite communications play an important role in. If communications are non functional after that hour he or she will head home. There are two distinct facets of communication one is the physical one where we use a variety of means using ever progressing technology. It is widely acknowledged that during natural disasters satellite technology plays a crucial role in re establishing communication links for both disaster victims and those involved in emergency response efforts.

Although the user cannot broadcast on it it does allow access to important information during an emergency situation. The technology has been in use since the 2010 haiti earthquake. First they don t rely on local cell networks so they re less likely to be affected by an increase in call volume. Preset a time after an emergency event that the plan will be put into motion.

Satellite phones offer a couple of advantages during a disaster. Use mobile communications office vehicles as mobile disaster recovery centers during initial deployment allowing disaster survivors to apply for assistance. We ended the last article with a promise to come back with more tips on how satellite communications can add immeasurably to your organization s capability to recover after a disaster.