[Alexandria Radio Club Reflector] Severe Weather and Club Nets

[Ian]

A lot of us have indoor antennas.  I can run the net if desired.
73, Ian N8IK


On Thu, Apr 6, 2023, 18:40 Bryan Pettigrew <bryan.a.pettigrew at gmail.com>
wrote:

> All-
>
> With tonight's Severe Thunderstorm Warning that has been issued by the
> National Weather Service, I had a discussion with our Club President, KI4D,
> on what our protocols are for postponement or cancellation of a net in the
> event of incoming severe weather.
>
> Right now, the club does not have protocols for how severe weather will
> affect the operation of a terrestrial VHF/UHF net, especially with the
> Summer and thunderstorm season on the horizon.   I know many of us have
> outdoor antennas that you would normally disconnect or take down in the
> event of a thunderstorm or incoming lightning strikes.
>
> So I think this is a topic of discussion at a future club meeting on what
> our protocols should be.  I am from the school of "safety first," and even
> though we love our 2m excitement on Thursday nights, keeping you and your
> property safe from lightning strikes should be the priority.
>
> I'll take a look at what the weather is looking like 30 minutes prior to
> net kickoff time (I am the NCS for tonight's net).  If there is lightning
> in my area, I'm taking down my antennas and cancelling the net.
>
> Thanks for your understanding!
>
> 73- Bryan WD4ADF
>
> Bryan A. Pettigrew (Grew)
> WD4ADF
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