[FADCA] Fwd: COUNTY CENTER POWER OUT THIS WEEKEND

[Chuck Hast]

On Sat, 15 Jan 2005 05:52:15 -0500, bud thompson <budt at cfl.rr.com> wrote:
> FADCA Awaken!
> 
> This is a harbinger for those building the network to support EMCOMMs.. In
> our network plans, there needs to be more than one Telpac node spread around
> each LAN in order to not miss one or two that might be down for what reason,
> even if only temporary.  Telpac nodes are simple devices requiring only a
> TNC, radio, antenna, computer and internet connection (24/7 or dial up.)
> Telpac nodes can  be at ham's QTHs, a cooperative business, firehouse,
> anyplace where a reasonable antenna height can be obtained.  Telpac nodes
> can also be used as digipeaters to help extend coverage around the LAN when
> the main switch is down.
> 
> Don't be complacent - EMCOMMs may be needed anytime, not just during the
> work week when it is easier for Emergency Management, and not just on the
> weekends when it is more convenient for hams!
> 
> See a related posting that I'll make next.

This is why each area should have at last 3 routes out and multiple devices so
that if one fails there are others to cover for it.

There should not be a single site solution, and we hope to have that changed
here in Tampa soon. That way if one goes down there will be others to hit.

-- 
Chuck Hast 
To paraphrase my flight instructor;
"the only dumb question is the one you DID NOT ask resulting in my going
out and having to identify your bits and pieces in the midst of torn
and twisted metal."