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August 12, 2023, 12:05 p.m. HST
We continue to make progress with our restoration efforts in areas impacted by the wildfires. So far, cell sites have been restored in Upcountry and Lanai to provide connectivity to residents and first responders in the area. The Lanai site is also helping to provide connectivity to Lahaina. We continue to focus on the western coast of the island, where our network is still experiencing wireless service impacts.
The FirstNet Response Operations Group (ROG) continues to support public safety and FirstNet subscribers by deploying full-scale communications solutions. The portable cell site in Lahaina is providing dedicated connectivity for first responders as well as wireless service for customers, as network capacity allows. This site is also supporting a nearby indoor Wi-Fi solution installed by the FirstNet team for public safety. Additional network assets are supporting public safety in Wailuku, with more resources on the way to Maui.
“ROG the Dog” is also visiting local public safety agencies on Maui to provide animal-assisted therapy and help those on the frontlines be at their best. For more on what we’re doing to support public safety’s response to the wildfires, check out this blog by Jim Bugel, President of FirstNet® at AT&T.
FirstNet “ROG the Dog” Hoku at the Maui Dispatch Center
To support residents who have been displaced or remain without power, we’ve set up a charging station at our AT&T retail store in Kahului. And we’ve extended our 25% off power accessories offer at our store through August 31. At this time, hours of operation are 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. HST.
We’re also making a contribution of $100,000 to three organizations to aid recovery efforts for Maui residents and communities, and our Text-to-Give campaigns have been activated. You can find more details below for how to join us in supporting the American Red Cross, Hawaii Community Foundation, Salvation Army and Information Technology Disaster Resource Center.
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