Building an Emergency Playbook: Planning Before the Story Breaks

Whether it's a natural disaster, political unrest, or an outbreak of violence, when an emergency hits your community, you don't have time to figure out who's covering what. Disasters can overwhelm even a well-staffed newsroom, and for smaller and rural stations, the stakes are even higher.

Laura Lee of NC Local has led newsrooms through these types of events, including Blue Ridge Public Radio during Hurricane Helene in 2024. During this webinar, Lee walks you through building an editorial workflow plan before you need it. We'll discuss how to map out roles and responsibilities, set up communication workflows, prioritize coverage decisions, and keep your team safe.