Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Tuesday that he’s providing free internet through his product Starlink to those affected by Hurricane Helene.
At least 180 people across Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Virginia have already been confirmed dead in the wake of the hurricane, with the death total expected to rise. Millions were left without power, internet access, and cell phone service.
“We are making a system update to allow all Starlinks in the affected areas to work, regardless of payment,” Musk announced on X, a social media platform he now owns. “Software update hopefully completed tonight. Tomorrow at the latest.”
Communities across the southeast are facing increased challenges due to limited internet access. Many survivors have said they are having a hard time getting in contact with their loved ones.
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