The Federal Communications Commission Friday announced a six-month waiver to assist people affected by Hurricane Milton stay connected to phone and broadband service.

The FCC is waiving certain eligibility requirements to allow Hurricane Milton survivors to enroll in the Lifeline program. This article, FCC expands phone, Internet service discount to Hurricane Milton victims,

Hurricane Milton is approaching Florida, bringing the threat of strong winds and potential flooding across the state. In preparation for possible power outages and disrupted cell service, having the ability to send a distress signal via satellite could prove critical.

With millions of people seeking emergency assistance in the wake of devastating hurricanes and tornadoes, the FCC has issued an order allowing storm survivors to get discounted phone and broadband services.