In high volume situations put a banner/ visable note with some forum directions.
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We are expericing high volumes of traffic to ensure the fastest responces please
- 1) only start one thead
- 2)do not tag or private message multiple moderators
- 3) only send 1 private message to a single moderator
- 4) Follow this link if you need to send a private message.
- 5)Do not add on to thread but create your own
- 6) Turn on e-mail notifications for receipt of private messages in your community account. (thanks SD08)
- 7)any other items
And also add a resonse time eta. (I know this has been suggested before)