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Wayne Rash is a technology and science writer based in Washington.   The California wildfires have created a series of catastrophes for businesses that reach far beyond the physical destruction of the fires themselves. In northern California, a series of long-term planned outages is leaving PG&E customers in the dark as the utility tries to avoid starting any new fires by shutting down the power grid. While these outages may preserve areas where fires have not started, the damage to businesses in these areas is still significant. Some of that damage comes from direct losses, such as merchandise spoiled by […]

by Marcin Frąckiewicz in Satellite Phones, TS2 Space on 20 February 2023 How Satellite Phones are Enhancing Law Enforcement in Rural Areas Law enforcement in rural areas is being enhanced by the use of satellite phones. These phones provide a reliable and secure communication link between officers and their headquarters, even in areas with limited or no cellular coverage. Satellite phones are becoming increasingly popular with law enforcement agencies in rural areas due to their ability to provide reliable and secure communication. These phones are equipped with advanced encryption technology, which ensures that all communications are secure and private. This […]

By John Miller The craggy gullies where Idaho cowboy Paul Nettleton runs 1,200 head of cattle are often precious minutes from reliable cell phone coverage. That could spell disaster in this region where sudden summertime storms howl in from eastern Oregon, bringing dry lightning that can ignite fast-moving wildfires on sage- and juniper-covered hillsides. Unchecked, the flames could quickly turn this old mining town’s historic wooden buildings to ashes. This spring, Nettleton and six other Owyhee County ranchers who make their livelihoods in some of America’s most remote backcountry began carrying satellite telephones provided by the federal Bureau of Land […]

Curious how satellites network for service with your satellite phone.  Iridium has a great page about Satellite Coverage that gives fabulous visuals to explain the system. 

INSIDE THE RUSH TO RESCUE 2 FROM DOWNED PLANE ON ISLAND RULED BY BEARS July 7, 2022 · Noelle Wiehe reposted from https://www.coffeeordie.com/downed-plane-island-bears   It’s one thing to rush to rescue a downed plane. It’s another when the aircraft crashes onto an island ruled by big bears. “We know of Montague Island as a spot where they bring like some of the more troubled bears in the state,” US Coast Guard rescue helicopter pilot Lt. Ian Erickson told Coffee or Die Magazine. “That was something in the back of our minds. If there are so many bears, that’s going to be a […]

Victor Nguala and Julie Bradley, members of the Red Cross international disaster response team, train with emergency communications equipment. This training, which replicates field experiences during an international deployment, focuses on information technology. This group of emergency responders is often the first to arrive in the wake of a major disaster. Team members have highly-technical skills and work with specialized equipment.   July 28, 2022 “Information technology and communication are so important in the wake of a disaster,” said Rick Steeves. As a member of a Red Cross international crisis response team, Steeves and his colleagues are often on the […]

Tropical Cyclone Amanda The names of the powerful storms that form in the waters of the Atlantic and Pacific—whether hurricane, cyclone, or typhoon—depends on where they form. Tropical Cyclone Amanda was a category 4 on the Saffir-Simpson scale imaged by NASA’s Aqua satellite. Reposted from:  https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/hurricanes-cyclones-and-typhoons-explained/ Centuries ago European explorers learned the indigenous word hurakan, signifying evil spirits and weather gods, to describe the storms that battered their ships in the Caribbean. Today, “hurricane” is one of three names for giant, spiraling tropical storms with winds of at least 119 kilometers (74 miles) an hour. Called hurricanes when they develop over the North Atlantic, […]

October 26, 2022 Lucas Turner Features, Meeker 0 Dr. Anthony Canfield didn’t expect to put his medical training to use while elk hunting in the Flattops Wilderness this year, but that training played a role in the coordinated effort to rescue his friend. After riding into the mountains on horseback with outfitter Trappers Lodge, Canfield and longtime friend “Dave” were enjoying their time camping, fishing and hunting for any signs of elk. After multiple days acclimating to the elevation and taking in the fresh mountain air, Canfield’s friend started feeling ill. “So we were hiking every day, you know, carrying backpacks and carrying our […]

With societies becoming increasingly interconnected, communication holds a vital role in influencing how we interact with one another. Satellite phones have been pivotal in revolutionizing communications by providing robust signals even where traditional cell phone towers fall short — particularly within remote areas where connectivity can be challenging. They leverage geostationary satellites orbiting above the Earth’s atmosphere. They are accessible at any time globally with minimal interference issues and stable high-quality bandwidths that facilitate constant availability, making them perfect for people living off the grid. Our choice for the #1 Best Overall Satellite Phone Today is Iridium 9575 Extreme. Satellite phones […]

Satellite phones allow people in remote locations to make phone calls from pretty much anywhere in the world. We dug in to find the best satellite phone and plan for off-grid adventures around the globe. Satellite text messengers are popular tools for backcountry communications. Created as an affordable alternative to satellite phones, the price gap between satellite text and voice services continues to narrow. Monthly voice plans now start as low as $65 — with a free phone. Why text when you can make a voice call? For abbreviated exchanges, a quick SMS message usually works perfectly. For conversations demanding a […]