The music, it calls to me... Most folks here are taking an extremely horrible situation and adding lots of sunshine. We supported this event with IP communications, power and later on in the evening lighting. ¡Me encanta! Video Link Since there is no power, I lit up the field so the kids to play, many were doing cartwheels and enjoying cool breeze off the water as the sun went down. Link to Drone Video Make no mistake supporting this feel good effort is in no way going to prepare for what's in store for Monday... We're heading into the swath of devastation starting next week. Corozal and this effort helps us get the vehicles ready for the next phase. In an upcoming blog I'll discuss a little bit about the challenges with providing broadband internet in areas with now power or communications.
Today we arrived in Toa Baja, this area was hard hit by wind, rain and flooding. We couldn't get into the areas hardest hit but we settled into an a high area where folks could come and fill out their FEMA aid applications, use the ATM, get some lunch and have folks listen to their stories of loss and help to restore hope. This area really is a beautiful country side but definitely hard hit. Many trees are down and were blocking the road, but thanks to Army National Guard they have been able to clear paths so resources can get to the area. Also very important is for folks to be able to get to San Juan where they work and provide for their families. Speaking of the folks, they wait in traffic for hours in an effort to get to San Juan for work and supplies. I couldn't believe the traffic in the opposite direction while receiving a police escort in a seemingly clear road ahead. Folks waiting in long lines just to get ice from the ice distributor.. ...
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