Im still investigating the gap between what is possible versus what is
feasible versus how it actually happened (what we learnt from the actual
experience).
Most people stayed connected using smartphones post disaster. As wheels and
spokes came on line then more pc, laptop, tablets came online.
As the cell network was repaired, then I started doing a mobile hotspot in
my house, or usb tethering. I have to assume other tech-savvy families did
the same.
I know some first responders, but there is a lot more to learn about the
comms implications for search and rescue efforts.