Cellular phones are not working in New Orleans in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, but Blackberry devices do work sometimes. CBSNews.com's Brian Montopoli reports that some reporters are relying on their Blackberrys because it is the only way they can communicate with their editors.
"It begins with technical and logistical issues, which have been compounded by the large size of the affected area. Cellular phones in the region don't work, which makes it nearly impossible for reporters to communicate with producers, editors and other colleagues.
Reporters have come to rely on BlackBerry communication devices, which work sporadically, as well as satellite phones, which are few and far between. 'There's worse communication for this than there was during 9/11,' says Felling."
"It begins with technical and logistical issues, which have been compounded by the large size of the affected area. Cellular phones in the region don't work, which makes it nearly impossible for reporters to communicate with producers, editors and other colleagues.
Reporters have come to rely on BlackBerry communication devices, which work sporadically, as well as satellite phones, which are few and far between. 'There's worse communication for this than there was during 9/11,' says Felling."
