Hurricane Beryl emergency communications relief.

Disaster Tech Lab, is sending a team of volunteers to the Caribbean to assist in the relief work following hurricane Beryl. This is a call for your support.
Our teams are bringing portable, self powered communication kits consisting of a satellite uplink, connected to multiple outdoor wifi access points. All the equipment is powered by solar charged battery packs making the kit independent and reliable. Bringing these essential communication services to the affected areas will greatly improve the effectiveness of the relief work carried out by other organizations.

Hurricane Beryl significantly disrupted communications across the Caribbean, particularly in the islands of Dominica, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. The storm’s strong winds and heavy rainfall led to widespread power outages, which in turn affected telecommunications infrastructure. Downed power lines and damaged cell towers caused interruptions in both mobile and internet services, making it difficult for residents to contact emergency services or stay informed about the storm’s progression. In Dominica, where the recovery from Hurricane Maria was still ongoing, these disruptions further complicated coordination efforts for disaster response and relief. Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands also experienced substantial communication breakdowns, hindering the ability of authorities to disseminate critical information and coordinate rescue operations. The interruptions in communication highlighted the vulnerability of the region’s infrastructure and the crucial need for resilient and robust systems to ensure connectivity during and after such natural disasters.

HOW YOU CAN HELP:

• Donate via our crowdfunding page.
• Volunteer.