In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the AT&T Drones & Robotics team has expanded its operations into nighttime missions to provide cellular connectivity to impacted communities. Our Flying COWs have been deployed in eight cities so far, providing essential connectivity while our disaster recovery teams work to restore service.
AT&T collaborated with the Information Technology Disaster Resource Center (ITDRC) to develop the Mobile Connectivity CenterTM (MCC). A trailer with 48 feet of usable interior space containing 16 workstations, laptop computers equipped with internet, air-conditioning and heating, 9 digital display flatscreens, charging stations, and Wi-Fi access. It can comfortably fit 20 people inside at one time and is powered by an onboard generator.
Connectivity changes everything. When people have access to the internet, they're able to access work and education opportunities, connect with long-distance family and friends and so much more.
The MCC brings internet access and digital skills to those who need it, from students in Dallas to adult learners in Los Angeles.
The MCC is deployed for disaster relief. It opens its doors to serve as a free space for community members and leaders to get online, charge their devices and stay connected.
