When a hurricane or other predictable disaster condition is imminent, I hope I work for a like-minded boss. Two lessons learned Two lessons were learned. Second, realize that for every solution, there is a problem. There are two primary problems with cell or mobile phones. Most cell phones operate by sending signals to a nearby antenna.
Cell phones are, bottom line, radios with a connection to a telephone company.
If the wires are strung between poles, the wind knocks them down or falling debris breaks the connection. Fires also take their toll on above-ground facilities. Underground cable is endangered by moisture as the ground is saturated by a deluge. A few years ago, this was not a serious problem. Cell phones were used only by the rich and famous.