TO: OR-NorCAL-NV Regional VHF and HF ARES Stations
SECs, DECs, ECs, AECs in OR District 5 and CA Districts 1, 2;
ARRL Officials and other HF EMCOMM stations
Selected EMCOMM and Public Safety Officials
Editor: D.W. Thorne, K6SOJ, SEC, SV Section (North)
Amateur Radio Emergency Service
ACS Officer MAR III California OES
INTERNET: www.qsl.net/k6soj
E-MAIL: k6soj@arrl.net
THE “5-1-2 BULLETIN” - 30 JAN 01 - No. 39
“A JOB WELL DONE...IS IT’S OWN REWARD”
(And that’s about all the reward that most of us ever get!)
ONLY *** 59 *** DAYS UNTIL EMCOMM 2001 !
Saturday, March 31, 2001
Bishop Quinn High School
Palo Cedro, California (just east of Redding)
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*** EMCOMM 2001 UPDATE ***
The EMCOMM staff of over 21 volunteers has been working diligently to finalize
the curriculum and logistical details. Tomorrow we shift into “high
gear”... on March 1, we will go into “overdrive” in our attempt to really
make EMCOMM 2001 the best ever!
We now have tentative commitments from at least 7 agencies to bring mobile and
airborne EMCOMM units for display. (Redding PD, Shasta-Trinity CDF,
Siskiyou County SAR, American Red Cross, California OES, Trinity County
Amateur Radio Club, and CHP H-14.)
IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND ... AND WISH TO PURCHASE AN EMCOMM 2001 T - SHIRT...
PLEASE READ:
This year we are offering a JET BLACK, heavy-weight, pocket-type, with the
“EMCOMM 2001” logo EMBROIDERED in SILVER above the pocket. The price
will be around $15.00 plus tax. The vendor requires about six weeks lead
time. NEXT WEEK we will provide ordering information. THERE WILL BE
A VERY SHORT WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY TO ORDER. (Advance payment will be
required.)
ALSO: Registration information will be announced soon. Watch for
updates in the “5-1-2 BULLETIN” and on the northern SV Section website at www.qsl.net/k6soj.
REGIONAL ARES NETS
WEDNESDAYS:
1900 to 1930L - The OR-NorCAL-NV Regional ARES " early net" is on 3987
LSB (1982 LSB alternate) ALL ARES and other EMCOMM STATIONS are WELCOME and are
encouraged to check-in.
1930 to 2000L - OR/NorCal/NV A.R.E.S. LEADERSHIP NET on 3987 LSB (1982 LSB
alternate)
DAILY:
1200 to 1230L -Jefferson Noon Net on 7232 LSB
NATIONAL CALLING FREQUENCY:
146.52 mHz FM simplex
LOCAL ARES (Districts 1 & 2, & others where adopted):
146.55 mHz FM simplex
ARES / RED CROSS (in many areas nationally):
147.42 mHz FM simplex
HF REGIONAL MONITORING / CALLING FREQUENCY(S):
7232 LSB (daytime) - 3987 LSB (nighttime) - 1982 LSB (alternate)
THIS WEEK: “A WHOLE BUNCH OF IMPORTANT STUFF!”
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1 - TRAINING - *** SPECIAL BULLETIN ***
2 - READER COMMENTS
3 - NWS SKYWARN NEWS - *UPDATES*
4 - IF YOU HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT ...
5 - COMING ATTRACTIONS
6 - NET ROSTER - 12/29 UPDATE
APPENDICES - *** UPDATED ***
TRAINING BULLETINS WILL APPEAR EACH WEEK IN THIS BULLETIN. Also,
they will be archived on the www.qsl.net/k6soj
website.
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(NOTE: This week’s comments on “DISASTER / MAJOR EMERGENCY -- WHAT CAN
WE EXPECT?
by Lt. Dan Blackston, Chula Vista Police Department, will be continued
next week.)
15th CONSECUTIVE DAY OF STAGE III POWER ALERTS ALSO: “PLANNED” NATURAL GAS
OUTAGES MAY OCCUR
(News report over KGO 810 AM San Francisco today)
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1 - TRAINING - *** SPECIAL BULLETIN *** from:
State of California -- State Independent Living Council (SILC)
(Public Information Officers - Please Disseminate)
For Immediate Release
January 26, 2001
Contact: Chris Manson
Phone: (916) 445-0142
ADVICE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES CONCERNING THE CURRENT POWER SHORTAGE AND
POTENTIAL BLACKOUTS
Sacramento - Because of the current energy challenge in California, the State
Independent Living Council today released a list of things persons with
disabilities should consider while preparing for possible power outages.
Temporary "rolling blackouts" or more extensive outages caused by
windstorms or other inclement weather conditions may inconvenience the general
public, but people with significant disabilities and others who are sensitive to
cold because of age or health conditions are at greater risk when electrical
power is unavailable.
"Our goal is to help persons with disabilities prepare for the possibility
of power outages by suggesting steps they can take to minimize the impact such
outages may have on them. For some persons with disabilities who depend on
respirators to assist with breathing, home dialysis machines, or electrically
powered assistive devices or lifts, an electrical outage can have very
significant and even life-threatening consequences," stated Michael
Collins, Executive Director of the State Independent Living Council.
In response to such concerns, the State Independent Living Council suggests that
the following steps be taken by persons with disabilities or those who are in
poor health or sensitive to extreme temperatures:
1) Contact the local electrical utility company in advance about any specific
needs regarding breathing machines or other life-sustaining devices that depend
on electricity. If lack of electricity would create an immediate threat to life
or safety, local public safety agencies should also be given advance
notification. To expedite emergency response, house numbers should be readily
visible from the street.
2) Establish a support network of friends and neighbors who can check in
periodically if the power is out, to assure that assistance is available if
needed.
3) Keep a flashlight or lantern equipped with fresh batteries within easy reach,
so that there is some light immediately available if the power does go out. For
people with limited reach or grasping ability, inexpensive battery-operated
touch lamps are a good option. Such lights can be installed in areas of greatest
use, and are small enough to be carried in an emergency.
4) Do not use candles for light or heat in an emergency, as they can be fire
hazards.
5) Extra blankets or warm clothing should be stored within easy reach. Most
homes will retain some heat for several hours during electrical outages; do not
use barbecues, gas powered appliances or propane heaters as heat sources, as the
result can be carbon monoxide poisoning.
6) For people using battery-powered mobility or breathing equipment, assure that
batteries are fully charged each day.
7) Store supplies of medicine and drinking water so they will be readily
accessible in the event that there is a power outage; some household water
supplies can be disrupted during blackouts. Assemble a 10-day supply of
prescription medications and durable medical goods and store them in a
convenient location, in the event that a prolonged electrical outage or other
emergency should require evacuation. A copy of emergency contact numbers and
current prescriptions should be stored in the same location.
8) Cordless telephones may not work during a power outage, so consider keeping a
standard phone plugged into a second phone jack in case it is ever needed. A
cellular telephone is also a good backup option, but be aware that in a
widespread emergency any communication network may quickly become overloaded
with calls.
9) Monitoring radio stations during emergency situations can help in determining
the extent and probable duration of any electrical outages. Assure that a
battery-operated radio is available for this purpose, with at least one set of
extra batteries.
10) During Stage Three Alerts, monitor local television or radio news stations
to determine if and where blackouts will occur. Check monthly electric utility
bills to determine the applicable Power Block number, as that is usually how the
blackout areas will be identified. If the Power Block number is not shown on the
monthly bill, contact the local electric utility company to learn where that
information is available.
11) When an electrical outage does occur, turn off all appliances, computers and
lights--except for one that will indicate when power has been restored.
"Of course, one of the most important things people can do today is to help
reduce demand for electricity by using energy more efficiently," said
Collins, "and the State Independent Living Council hopes these suggestions
will also help Californians with disabilities of all ages deal successfully with
the current power shortage."
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The California State Independent Living Council is a federally-mandated state
agency with the mission of maximizing options for independence for Californians
with disabilities. A network of 54 local non-profit independent living center
offices, supported by a combination of federal, state and local funding, is
available to provide resources needed to accomplish this mission in all areas of
the state. A list of local offices is available on the Internet at . State
Independent Living Council members are appointed by the Governor.
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(Note: ARES, RACES and other ACS units can provide valuable service to
their community during these events working with local government agencies (e.g.
- fire, police, etc.); and non-government agencies such as American Red Cross,
Salvation Army, Neighborhood Watch, and numerous other community service groups.
If you don’t know your local plan, check with your ARES Emergency Coordinator
or local OES
emergency manager - Editor)
2 - READER’S COMMENTS:
From Nancy Ballard, Program Manager, Modoc County Office of Emergency Services:
“Excellent information! Lt. Blackston's article is well worth the space! I am
also very glad to see the amateur radio community involved with the NWS. It
strengthens the whole Weather Watcher program. Keep up the good work!”
(s) Nancy
3 - SKYWARN NEWS
Jim Reynolds, Chief Warning Coordination Meteorologist, Medford NWS
Gary Pederson, N7GK, Asst. Medford SKYWARN Coordinator
D.W. Thorne, K6SOJ, Asst. Medford SKYWARN Coordinator
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SKYWARN is the National Weather Service program of trained volunteer spotters
reporting severe weather The ARRL/ARES has a national “memorandum of
understanding” (MOU) with the NOAA/NWS. WX SPOTTER LIST (See APPENDIX
No. 1 at end of this bulletin).
This list is updated as changes or corrections occur. Feel free to print
out a copy. IF YOU ARE A NWS WX SPOTTER and you are not listed; OR, if
your listing is incorrect, please send the corrected information to: k6soj@arrl.net.
(If you are outside the nine county Medford NWS service area, please state your
NWS region or zone office).
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*** NOTE CHANGE ***
Medford NWS SKYWARN NETS: Sundays at 1930L on the Mt. Ashland 147.26+
repeater (WX7MFR/R). It is also relayed via 146.55 SIMPLEX (Siskiyou and Klamath
Counties); and on the REGIONAL ARES frequency of 3987 LSB. (1982 LSB
alternate). SKYWARN may also be activated on these frequencies during
severe weather events.
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PACKET:
The connect to NWS packet bbs is 145.090 and the ID is NWSMFR. Then
connect
to NWSBBS, e.g., c nwsmfr. Then, c nwsbbs. The NWSMFR at nws mfr is a
node.
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NWS WEATHER SPOTTER CLASSES:
March 31, 2000 at EMCOMM 2001. Palo Cedro, California
NOTE: Medford NWS office reports that additional classes will be offered
starting in April or May. Watch this spot and/or check in to the SKYWARN
and/or ARES nets for updates and announcements.
The NWS/Medford “service area” consists of nine counties: Coos, Curry,
Douglas, Klamath, Jackson, Josephine, Lake, (OR); Modoc and Siskiyou (CA).
If you have any questions about the SKYWARN program, contact: Gary/N7GK < gpederso@orednet.org
> via e-mail or on 147.26+ (Mt. Ashland).
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REGIONAL ARES WEATHER AND ROAD NETS (ARESWARNS) for SV Districts 1 and 2 are on
7232 LSB (daytime) and 3987 LSB (nighttime). 1982LSB (nighttime alternate).
Up/down QRM. OREGON District 5, and all ARES stations elsewhere, are
CORDIALLY INVITED to participate. During a SEVERE WEATHER EVENT, the HF
WARN meets hourly AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HOUR, until all information and traffic
is passed, (more often as needed).
LOCAL ARES WARNS are activated by a local EC or AEC per your local plan. Check
with your EC for more information about your area. It is recommended that
they meet at the TOP OF EACH HOUR, and include a local HF - VHF station for
relay / interface duty with the regional net.
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Check in to the JEFFERSON NOON NET daily at 1200L on 7232 // 3987 LSB for
announcements regarding anticipated severe WX.
4 - IF YOU HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT OR SOMETHING OF INTEREST TO
REPORT about your ARES team or other EMCOMM unit...and would like it posted in
the 5-1-2 BULLETIN...just send it to: k6soj@arrl.net
5 - COMING ATTRACTIONS...
*** WHAT CAN WE EXPECT? MORE COMMENTS
*** CW. QRP. HAS IT ANY PLACE IN EMCOMM?
*** EMCOMM 2001 - MARCH 31, 2001 - PALO CEDRO, CALIFORNIA ***
*** FIELD DAY 2001 - JUNE 23-24
6 - NEW ROSTER - UPDATED - December 29, 2000
A current 5-1-2 ARES Regional Net Roster is at: www.qsl.net/k6soj/nets/net.htm
ECs and AECs: WE NEED YOUR HELP - BE A NET CONTROL OPERATOR! (NOTE: ALL ARES
Leadership personnel (ECs, AECs, DECs, and SECs), and ARRL OES and ORS, from any
District and/or Section are welcome to check in as visitors. If you wish to be
on the discussion list (second round), just indicate that when you check in.)
IF YOU ARE A PRIVATE OR GOVERNMENT PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCY, OR JUST A "MEMBER
OF THE PUBLIC"; AND YOU NEED EMERGENCY OR DISASTER RELATED
COMMUNICATIONS...JUST CALL UPON "5-1-2". WE'RE OPEN...24 HOURS A DAY!
APPENDIX No. 1
NWS MEDFORD SKYWARN
AMATEUR RADIO WX SPOTTERS
UPDATED - 24 JAN 01
SISKIYOU COUNTY:
SY02 - W6NPS (French Creek)
SY25 - KE6JCT ( Ft. Jones)
SY31 - KD6PCE (Mt. Shasta)
SY39 - AB6UE / KD6WZC (Hammond Ranch)
SY42 - K6SOJ / KE6MZT (Macdoel)
SY48 - N7LRV / KC7QIG (Scott Bar)
SY49 - W6FKI / KD6DGX (Mt. Shasta)
SY75 - KG6CSM (Montague)
MODOC COUNTY:
MO33 - AD6RV (Lookout)
MO35 - K7NCE (Alturas)
MO37 - N6SSQ / N6SVV (Alturas)
KLAMATH COUNTY:
KL04 - KD7JEC / KK7VO (Keno)
KL07 - KA5EZM (Klamath Falls)
KL38 - KC7ODE / KC7ODD (Klamath Falls)
KL43 - N7YBZ (Chiloquin)
JACKSON COUNTY:
JA14 - N7GK (Ashland)
JA32 - KK7OI (Talent)
APPENDIX No. 2 -
ARES NET LOG ( UPDATED - 25 JAN 01)
TIMES ARE LOCAL - FREQS ARE IN MHZ
SEND CORRECTIONS, ADDITIONS, DELETIONS TO:
k6soj@arrl.net
EMERGENCY NET AND CALLING FREQUENCIES:
Northern California ARES Net Frequency: 3.987 (down)
Alternate: 7.232 (up), 1.982(down)
ARES SIMPLEX: 146.55
ARES / Red Cross 2 meter SIMPLEX 147.42
NATIONAL CALLING AND WILDERNESS PROTOCOL 146.52
ARES REGIONAL AND STATE NETS:
OR-NorCal-NV Regional Net
W @ 1900L 3.987
OR-NorCal-NV “5-1-2” ARES Leadership Net
W @ 1930L 3.987
Washington State ARES/RACES
M @ 1830L 3.987
Jefferson Noon Net (northern CA and southern OR)
Daily @ 1200L 7.232 (3.987 alternate)
Oregon ARES/RACES
W @ 2000L 3.993.5
(alt: 7.228 / 1.928)
Oregon EMERGENCY Net
D @ 1800L 3.980
REGIONAL ARES Weather and Road Nets: (ARESWARN)
During severe weather events: 146.55 SIMPLEX
HF: 7232LSB (day), 3987LSB night (1982 alternate)
(For REPEATERS check individual county listings)
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CALIFORNIA COUNTIES:
ARES SIMPLEX FREQ FOLLOWED BY ARES NET(S)
Lassen County (146.565)
Th @ 1830L 3.987
QSY to: 146.88- (after HF net)
Modoc County (147.48)
Tu @ 1900L 146.97-
Mono County (147.42)
Th @ 2000L 146.88- (151.4)
Shasta County (146.595)
M @ 1945L 3.987
2M Net - via repeaters...
1st M @ 2000L 145.45 -
2nd M @ 2000L 146.64 - (88.5)
3rd M @ 2000L 146.76 - (107.2)
4th M @ 2000L 145.15 - (107.2)
5th M @ 2000L 146.925 - (85.4) (When there are 5 Mondays in a month)
Siskiyou County ARES 146.55 - PRIMARY (except for scheduled nets)
7232LSB day, 3987LSB night, (alternate 1982LSB)
2nd & 4th Th @ 1930L 146.79-/.82-/.91- / 147.18+ (100.0)
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OREGON COUNTIES
ARES SIMPLEX FREQ FOLLOWED BY ARES NET(S)
Curry County
Tu @ 1845L 147.25+ (88.5) - County-wide (Bosley)
@ 1900L 146.74- (88.5) - Mid-north County (Gold
Beach)
@ 1915L 145.21- (88.5) - North County (Port
Orford)
Jackson County (146.58)
Tu @ 1930L 146.94-
Josephine County (146.46)
W @ 1900L 147.30+ (alternates: 147.14+ & 145.15-)
Klamath County
W @ 1900L 146.85-
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SKYWARN:
Medford, OR service area
Su @ 1930L 147.26+
(Siskiyou County: 146.55,
7232LSB day, 3987 night, (1982LSB alternate night)
Modoc County: 146.97- (Likely)
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