This emergency warning test will involve all TV and Radio Stations in BC. To learn more go to
https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/test-bc-emergency-alerting-system-post/
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Emergency Communication Operators Supply First Damage Reports
Amateur Radio Operators are relaying information regarding damage on Dominica from Hurricane Maria. To read the information go to
How Do You Use Your Cellphone When In the Bush
How do you use your cellphone when you are in the bush. What are your expectations, how much do you rely on it ???? The article noted below may be an interesting read for you
SATERN and Hurricane Watch Net Go Active Monday Sept 18 2017
Both the Hurricane Watch Net and the SATERN Net will activate on Monday Sept 18 2017 as Hurricane Jose is moving up the east coast of the United States and Hurricane Maria goes through the Caribbean .
PLEASE MONITOR THE HURRICANE WATCH SITE FOR TIMES AND FREQUENCIES. AT http://www.hwn.org/
The SATERN Operational Plan is
Continue reading SATERN and Hurricane Watch Net Go Active Monday Sept 18 2017
BC State of Emergency Ends
The State of Emergency for the Province of British Columbia will end at midnight Sept 15 2017. The declaration was originally made July 7 2017. More info at
Solar Flares and Radio Communication
The activities on the sun have impacted various forms of communication over the past week. To learn more about solar flares go to
SEPT 13 2017 SATERN Net Has Stood Down
The Salvation Army SATERN Net stood down on Sept 13 2017. They thank everyone for their cooperation
SATERN is no longer
monitoring the 40 meter frequency, 7.262 MHz, for traffic out of the
Hurricane Irma affected area.
Thanks for all your assistance, SATERN has help distribute multiple
Health & Welfare messages to families throughout the United States from
20 & 40 meters. Those folks were very appreciative of SATERN’s assistance.
Thanks for all your monitoring, Ken G
AG6SV
2017 BC QSO PARTY RESULTS -CHANGES IN THE CONTEST ALSO ANNOUNCED.
The following information was received from the BC QSO Party Contest Coordinator
The official results and the post-event report for BCQP 2017 have been uploaded to the BCQP section of the Orca DXCC website. The report includes my behind-the-scenes thoughts, numerical analysis and a summary of results. I believe this very detailed report puts BCQP 2017 results and activity into perspective and can help operators and elmers fine-tune their on-air strategies, whether it is for BCQP 2018 or a RAC contest or any on-air event.
The separate results pages — one for BC stations and one for out-of-BC stations — offer a more detailed breakdown of scores.
Continue reading 2017 BC QSO PARTY RESULTS -CHANGES IN THE CONTEST ALSO ANNOUNCED.
Sept 11 2017 Hurricane Net Watch Stood Down.
The Hurricane Net Watch has been stood down. Below is a message from the net manager.
Many people have been seriously affected by Irma, José, and Katia this week. Please keep them in your prayers as well as the first responders.
I realize our net operations have disrupted normal amateur radio activity on the frequencies of 14.325 MHz and 7.268 MHz. I wish to sincerely thank the daily users of these frequencies to allow us to serve our fellow man during their time of need. Members of the Hurricane Watch Net, many who have regular working jobs, have taken time off to assist in this record breaking Hurricane Weather Emergency.
Sincerely,
Bobby Graves
KB5HAV Net Manager
Update/Review of Ham Radio Activities During Hurricane Irma
The ARRL released information on ham radio activities during Hurricane Irma. PLEASE ensure the frequency is clear prior to use. Emergency Nets are ongoing.
http://www.arrl.org/news/amateur-radio-volunteer-response-continues-to-historic-hurricane-irma