[warn-l] Gearing up for severe weather

[Mike Nie - KB8VMX]

Yes, as I look outside, I still see snow.  Nevertheless, severe weather
season is rapidly approaching.  I want to take this opportunity to bring
the list up to speed on a few items.

First, for Amateur Radio Operators in the 17 county WARN area of
responsibility surrounding Cincinnati, we are back on our weekly net
schedule.  Starting immediately, we will meet on the 146.88- repeater
every Wednesday at 19:30, Cincinnati time.  As in previous years, our
secondary frequency is 14709+.  Being the beginning of the season, the
first couple of weeks will probably be spent reviewing our reporting
criteria and radio procedures.  We encourage all Amateur Radio Operators
in our area to check in.  The use of the 440MHz system in KY is still
being worked out for this year.

Secondly, this is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Indiana.  There are two
statewide tornado drills scheduled for Wednesday, March 5.  The first will
be 2:00-2:30pm EST.  The second will be 7:00-7:30pm EST.  During these
drills, schools, public agencies, media outlets and others will test their
readiness.  Amateur Radio Operators are encouraged to participate by
checking into their normal nets.  WARN expects to be on the air for both
Indiana drills.  The net frequency will be the usual 146.88- (unless
unexpected problems move us to a backup frequency.  It's a test for us
too!)  I have been told that stations in Ripley County, IN can check into
their regular net on 146.805-, for relay through WARN to the NWS.
Stations in KY and OH may also check in for this event.

Next, March is Severe Weather Awareness Month in Kentucky.  A statewide
tornado drill is scheduled for Tuesday morning, March 11.  We do not know
the exact time as of now.  The event is similar to the Indiana drills
detailed above.  WARN net control should also be on the air for this
drill.

More information on Ohio's Severe Weather Awareness event will be sent
shortly.

Finally, now would be a good time to review your own preparedness.  Make
sure people in your family, at your place of employment, and schools are
aware of what steps to take in the event severe weather approaches.  Make
sure you have proper equipment and supplies.  Especially important is a
NOAA weather radio.  Battery powered weather radios and broadcast radios
are your best bet on getting the latest severe weather information, even
if power is interrupted.

We'll have more later.

Mike Nie
Public Information Officer
Weather Amateur Radio Network





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