In 2018 the National Association of Broadcasters published a guide to help broadcasters prepare their facilities and operations so they can stay on the air during disasters such as hurricanes. Larry Wilkins, CPBE, director of engineering services for the Alabama Broadcasters Association, noted the return of hurricane season and reshared NAB’s tips, lightly edited: Radio and television stations play a unique role as first informers during disasters, providing breaking news alerts and round-the-clock reporting to keep their communities safe before, during and after. It is critical that broadcasters plan ahead to safeguard their facilities and staff in case of an emergency. Monitors display hurricane models during a news conference in May at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Hurricane Center in Miami. Credit: Chandan Khanna/AFP via Getty Images STEP 1: Prepare a Disaster Recovery Plan Convene a cross-section of staff to work on a plan. Broad participation produces the… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
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