Downed Cell Towers Pose Communication Problem For Hurricane Ida Rescue Crews

A big problem for a lot of rescue crews in Louisiana right now is that they can’t communicate with people affected or each other, because so many cell towers are down.

Monday, August 30th 2021, 6:24 pm

By: Reagan Ledbetter

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HAMMOND, Louisiana -

A big problem for a lot of rescue crews in Louisiana right now is that they can’t communicate with people affected or each other, because so many cell towers are down.

News On 6’s Reagan Ledbetter brought us a live report from Louisiana as crews work to communicate with each other and get to those that need help.

Reagan Ledbetter

Reagan Ledbetter joined the News On 6 team close to June 2018 as a multimedia journalist. Over the years, he has become a familiar face to viewers, now anchoring the News On 6 at Noon. Reagan also specializes in crime reporting, with his dedication to journalism being driven by his passion for keeping Oklahomans safe and informed.