Agency Predicts Heavy Wildfire Season Along West Coast
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) – Most of the country can expect a normal wildfire season but residents along the West Coast of the United States should be ready for another busy season, the National Interagency Fire Center said Wednesday…
The Boise, Idaho-based center said a heavy crop of grasses and fine fuels has developed across California and should elevate fire potential as it dries through the summer
Space Weather Threats to Hi Tech
“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.”
First Responder Network – First Net
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 provide critical, real-time information about conditions over a vast area. While first responders are treating the injured or protecting life and property, the amateur community can concentrate on assessing the overall picture.”
“The hype about broadband should not result in amateurs inadvertently being swept under the rug,” Haller stressed. “Be sure the public safety organizations never forget how valuable the amateurs are!”
Welcome KI6UOV!
Welcome to Nevada County ARES Richard!
Winlink FAQ
New published Winlink FAQ document. Winlink FAQ
HAMS in Emergencies
Check out this great video of HAMS preparing for disaster.
C.A.R.L.A. Network
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.
Ares ToGo Box
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!
Local Ares Helps in Disasters
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 the paper.
Nevada County ARES 