Hurricane Milton may disrupt power and cell service in Florida.
iPhone 14 and later models with iOS 18 offer satellite messaging when cell service is unavailable.
Here's how to make sure your iPhone is set up to send satellite messages if Hurricane Milton topples the connectivity in your area.
You can also send satellite messages via SMS to mobile numbers that aren't iPhones, but you have to message them first before their messages reach you, according to Apple's website.
Still, satellite messaging can allow families to connect and let each other know they're safe during Hurricane Milton.
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