Why some emergency alert systems failed during Hurricane Helene

Some people living in the path of Hurricane Helene may not have received crucial warnings to evacuate from the dangerous storm that killed more than 200 people across multiple states. While severe weather watches and warnings are sent by the National Weather Service, evacuation orders come from local authorities. Some residents say alerts to evacuate didn't show up on their phone until hours later.

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