The satellite internet provider aims to be an essential lifeline for those cut off from cell and internet service.

In a tweet from Elon Musk on X, they are working on a system update that will allow all Starlinks in the areas impacted by Hurricane Helene to work, regardless of payment. Musk says the software update will hopefully be completed Tuesday night,

To help with Hurricane Helene relief efforts, SpaceX’s Starlink is offering one month of free internet service to those living in areas hit hardest by the storm. "We are making a system update to allow all Starlinks in the affected areas to work,