CNN Creates Victims & Relief Desk

CNN has created a “Victims & Relief Desk” in an effort to help the stranded and missing from the hurricane’s aftermath.

“The segment, which airs regularly on CNN/U.S. with anchor Carol Lin, also highlights hurricane relief efforts,” this press release says.

“The creation of the desk helps CNN sort through hundreds of calls and e-mails to the network seeking help in connecting stranded and missing people with their loved ones. While the network cannot conduct full-scale searches itself, CNN crews in all of the hurricane-torn areas will shoot video of refugees, letting them state their name and location so that families and friends will know their condition.” More…