"Geomagnetic storms attack the lifeblood of modern technology: electricity. A space weather storm typically lasts for two or three days, during which the entire planet is subjected to powerful electromagnetic forces. The National Academy of Sciences study concluded that an especially massive storm would damage and shut down power grids and communications networks worldwide." Space Weather Threats … Continue reading Space Weather Threats to Hi Tech

Thanks Alan for sending this along. First Net is dedicated emergency services phone and data network on 700Mhz. “Amateur operators can continue to provide valuable information to emergency operations centers in the recovery phase of disasters,” he said. “Whether that intelligence gathering is reporting on storm clouds, power outages, or road closures, amateurs can help … Continue reading First Responder Network – First Net

Welcome to Nevada County ARES Richard!  

New published Winlink FAQ document. Winlink FAQ

Check out this great video of HAMS preparing for disaster. You Tube Video

This was sent in by Cal, its a integrated set of repeaters for far reaching access on 220 and 2 meters. Please take the time to review it, it could be very helpful in emergency situations. http://www.carlaradio.net/

Last year I built a ToGo box with a 2 meter radio, batteries, chargers etc. The Kit is portable and contains a TNC for digital modes. I encourage every member to complete a similar project to have a mobile station for use in deployment emergencies. Check it out! AresToGoBox  

During the McCourtney & Loma fires of 2017 we were deployed to the Red Cross shelter. The shelters at one time were temporary homes for over 100 evacuees. The time we were posted, the event was winding down but we did get some recognition for deploying. Cal was taking this photo which made it to … Continue reading Local Ares Helps in Disasters

This presentation is general and meant to allow other organizations to understand the benefit that we can provide to their OES organization. The format in in PDF. NevadaCounty_ARES_v1

Members of the Nevada County ARES team assisted the Red Cross (Sacramento) in building a "to go" box for the deployment of ARES teams during emergencies. The 2-meter box consisted of a Kenwood 2 meter mobile radio, power supply and modem for digital modes. Jim Piper of RedCross hopes to deploy several of the "go" … Continue reading Red Cross Recognition