White House Joins Reddit for Hurricane Updates
White House Joins Reddit for Hurricane Updates
🌪️ Oval Office goes digital
The Biden-Harris administration has officially joined Reddit under the username @WhiteHouse. This new account will serve as a platform for providing updates on:
- Hurricane Milton preparation
- Hurricane Helene response
Reddit users are encouraged to follow @whitehouse for the latest information regarding these weather events. The administration emphasizes safety, urging citizens to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
This move demonstrates the White House's effort to leverage social media platforms for direct communication with the public during critical situations.
Welcome to Reddit, @WhiteHouse 🫡 bit.ly/4hcuUBh via u/whitehouse
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