Working with Media During Emergencies

Service Description

Learn how municipalities can work with local media and community channels to share clear, timely information during emergencies. For small population communities, effective communication during emergencies depends on strong relationships with both local media and the community channels residents rely on every day. This session explores how towns can collaborate with regional reporters, community radio, local newspapers, and social media groups to deliver accurate, timely updates when it matters most. We’ll cover how to prepare spokespersons, craft clear messages, manage inquiries, and address misinformation before it spreads. Whether your municipality has a part‑time communications role or relies on administrative staff to handle public updates, this webinar offers practical, realistic strategies for keeping your community informed and supported throughout an emergency. This webinar is part of the Emergency Management Bundle. Contact Anna at Anna@smallplacesrock.com to register for the Emergency Management Bundle of 18 webinars.