[ADXA] Fwd: VP8STI from DXWorld.net

[Joel Harrison]

Thanks update Earl.....not gud for the crew down there!

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>
> *FYI !!*
>
> *
> dxwu-95x71***
>
> *January 24* -  Since early this morning, we have been experiencing
> blizzard
> like conditions with strong winds and heavy snow fall. Some of our
> antennas
> have become damaged by the high winds and the snow fall is making access
> to
> them very difficult.  It is also increasingly difficult to re-fuel our
> generators.
>
> Our biggest concern is our four tents, one of which has already been
> damaged
> by the high winds. We are in VHF communications with the Braveheart and we
> are
> discussing contingency plans to abort or shorten the DXpedition if safety
> requires.
>
> The Braveheart is unable to maintain their anchor position and is moving
> out
> to sea. We are currently active on three stations however we are becoming
> increasingly less confident that we can maintain this activity. Please
> know
> that we are doing our best under extreme circumstances to make contacts
> with
> the global DX Community. This DXpedition has thoroughly tested each member
> physically, mentally and spiritually. We pray for a safe return.
>
> We hope that we can continue however we feel the need to inform you that
> our
> activity may abruptly come to an end in the name of safety of our team and
> the
> crew of the Braveheart.
>
> Best wishes from the Intrepid-DX Group VP8STI Team.
>
>
>
>
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