RESTON, Va.—Nextel Communication Inc. released a statement shortly after the incidents of September 11 extending condolences to anyone affected by the tragic events and thanks to anyone participating in the ongoing rescue efforts. The company said it is relieved all of its employees are accounted for and safe.
Throughout the disaster, Nextel has loaned more than 2,000 wireless phones with unlimited cell phone and digital two-way radio service to government agencies and emergency service provider organizations, like the American Red Cross. Nextel said it plans to join with Motorola to loan another 10,000 phones for further relief efforts.
