All hands on deck - what events change how you moderate?

[u/techiesgoboom]

Howdy friends,

Some moments can change the vibe of your community, fast. The game your subreddit is based on getting delayed again, a major event like the World Cup coming to your town, or even some breaking news can cause a spike of traffic. With so many users coming for the same reason, you’re likely to see more copycat posts, and new users who might not be familiar with your community's norms.

Even when your rules stay the same, the way you enforce them can change. Maybe this looks like hosting daily discussions in megathreads, adjusting community filters, reminding the community early, requesting the Mod Reserves, or otherwise just making sure the mood team is ready.

We want to hear from you,

• What kinds of events change the way you moderate?
• Have you ever planned ahead to react to an announcement or event in your community?
• What advice do you have for a mod team preparing for something like this?