Emergency Communications Information

ARES/RACES Items

Emergency Preparedness Information & Training

Disaster & Emergency Communications Information

Amateur Radio Operating Tips & Information


ARES/RACES Information

* ARES Field Resource Manual (.pdf). PDF File
* Suggested Procedural Words and ITU Phonetics for ARES/RACES..
* Virginia Emergency Nets (VEN) SOP.
* Virginia Digital Emergency Network (VDEN).

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Emergency Preparedness Information & Training

* FEMA/EMI Independent Study Program

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Disaster & Emergency Communications Information

* Emergency and Disaster Radio Operating Procedures
* The Role of Amateur Radio in Disaster
* Operating in a Tactical Radio Net (Procedures & Equipment).

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General Amateur Radio Information

* 10 Ways to Optimize Your Effectiveness in Public Service Events
* 9-1-1 Guidelines
* FCC Part 97
* Getting the Most from your Hand-Held Transceiver.
* Public Service Communications Manual. PDF File
* Simplex Ops, Procedures & Equipment.
* The Amateur's Code.
* Using Autopatch in Emergencies.
* VHF/UHF/EHF Calling Frequencies.
* Virginia General Assembly praises hams
* What should you have in your Jump Kit?

* National SkyWarn Homepage
* NWS Sterling, VA SkyWarn Webpage
* Northern VA/DC SkyWarn Handbook (Old)

* Can You Survive Without Your Cell Phone?

* Special Events: Are We Really Making a Difference?

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Page Last Updated, 09/07/04

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