Failed News Reporting
Failed News Reporting
Sep 24Providing public information during emergency response Today my department responded to a house fire. This fire was very extensive. There are indications that the house may be totally lost. This, of course, will be determined following the investigation by fire investigators and insurance representatives. Several news agencies were on scene at this fire. I was asked to respond to cover the...
When the Media Hurt Themselves
When the Media Hurt Themselves
Apr 11Who is in the right? A field reporter is covering a story and the anchor asks for more information. An argument results while ON air. This should never have happened. Effective guidelines for handling live feeds should be in place, but…
