[KYHAM] Communications Emergency (China)

[Jeff Howell]

A Magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Sichuan, China on Monday, May 12,
2008 at 06:28:04 UTC.  Casualties and loss unknown up to now.  According
to Chinese Radio Sports Association, 14.270, 7.050 and 7.060 MHz
are reserved for amateur radio emergency service in the rescue.

A group of radio amateurs is now transmitting from Wenchuan, the
center of quake.  Their signal is reported to be very weak. They tried to
keep communication with BY8AA in Chengdu, seeking for all resources
needed.  During a contact finished a few minutes ago, they were asking
for raincoats, water, tents, and outdoor living facilities.
 
Please spread this message as far as you can and keep the frequencies
clear for emergency use. Thank you.

Michael Chen, BD5RV/4

Jeff E. Howell, EMT
Communications Officer
U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services
HHS/ASPR/OPEO
National Disaster Medical System
Disaster Medical Assistance Team KY-1
Jeff.Howell(at)hhs.gov   202-470-0963
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