Starlink Activates Satellite Texting for Hurricane Milton Relief

SpaceX and T-Mobile provide emergency communication support as Florida braces for the powerful storm.

The Federal Communications Commission granted SpaceX emergency temporary approval to activate Starlink's direct-to-cell service in Florida.
Starlink's service allows T-Mobile users to send texts, contact emergency services, and receive alerts even if traditional cell networks fail.
Hurricane Milton, a Category 4 storm, is expected to bring severe damage to Florida's west coast, prompting mass evacuations.
Over 10,000 Starlink kits have been deployed to support communication efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton.
SpaceX's initiative is part of a broader effort to use satellite technology for emergency response, with similar services being tested by other companies.