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February 5th, 2025

Fire on the Air: How Local Radio Covered California's Wildfires

  1. Fire on the Air: How Local Radio Covered California's Wildfires Jaci Clement 30:15

Join Fair Media Council CEO and Executive Director Jaci Clement as she sits down with KNX 97.1 FM Los Angeles News and Programming Director Alex Silverman for an inside look at the power of local radio during emergencies. In this episode of FMC Fast Chat, Alex reveals how the team at the 24/7 all-news radio station covered the California wildfires while drawing striking comparisons with New York’s Hurricane Sandy.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

  • A Lifeline: How KNX 97.1 FM, a trusted 24/7 all-news radio station, becomes a lifeline for millions without power or cell service during crises, ensuring that essential emergency news reaches those who need it most.
  • Local Media in Action: Real-life stories of frontline journalists dedicated to quality news, correcting misinformation, and ensuring public safety—even under intense pressure.
  • Multimedia Boost: How the station used social media, push alerts, and digital platforms to amplify critical news when every second counts.
  • Navigating Decentralized Communication: Insights into the challenges of California’s decentralized government and its impact on emergency response and information dissemination.

Whether you’re a news enthusiast or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes during a crisis, Fire on the Air offers a compelling look at the indispensable role of radio news in our society.

Tune in now to explore how local media keeps our communities safe and informed.

Jaci Clement CEO & Executive Director, Fair Media Council & Host, FMC Fast Chat Podcast

Jaci Clement earned her first byline in a daily paper when she was in the fourth grade. She's worked in news and with news ever since. Now, she is considered one of the country's most influential media scholars. As CEO and Executive Director of the Fair Media Council, Jaci is noted for her visionary leadership of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, now a prominent U.S. platform for thought leadership in news and media. The Fair Media Council advocates for quality news and works to create a media-savvy society. She also hosts the award-winning podcast, FMC Fast Chat. A native of Youngstown, Ohio, she attended Hofstra University, where she earned a B.A. in communications and journalism. Today she lives on Long Island's North Shore, is owned by a large dog, and drives a small car.

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