[nrv-hams] Forwarded -Assessment Activation

[Danny Wylam]

I went to Brush Mt this morning. Everything seems to be in good shape.
Turned the computer back on and AI4RC-10 winlink is working now
     73
    Danny, AI4RC

On Mon, Sep 30, 2024 at 10:29 AM Cam Coble <cam at doubleclickdata.com> wrote:

> Wanted to forward the information below. If you are interested in helping,
> contact Glen directly at n4dn at arrl.net
>
> 73
> --
> Cam, W4XXV
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> From: *Virginia EmComm Association* <w4ghs at arrl.net>
> Date: Sun, Sep 29, 2024, 9:17 PM
> Subject: Assesment Activation
> To: <undisclosed>
>
>
> To those registered on the Virginia Emcomm Database:
>
> We have been contacted to support a damage assessment effort following  the
> impact of tropical storm Hellene.  This storm had a major impact along the
> Appalachian chain in Virginia.  In order for those impacted to receive all
> the benefits due them damage assessments must be completed.
>
> Generally this involves a drive-by or a 3 point assessment.  If so, we
> would serve as communicators and “shadows” for assessors.  Hams trained in
> assessment might serve in both roles.  The role that we would play will
> depend on the needs of the agency in charge of the event.
>
> The scope may be assisting in as many as 10 counties in SW Virginia.  We
> have a number of hams that that are in SW Virginia that are already
> preparing their communication trailers and themselves for an activation.
>
> This is not an appeal for members of ARES, RACES, AUXCOMM etc.  This is an
> appeal for Hams of any strap to work together to get the job done.  You may
> not have any affiliation and that is fine.  We are in standby mode waiting
> for word from the served non-profit organization.
>
> I am sending this invitation to the 177 hams that registered on the
> Virginia Emcomm site but if you are not registered you are still welcome to
> serve.  Providing this service is a monumental task but you will be paid
> well with a sense of satisfaction.
>
> If interested send me a reply to this email and we will keep you in the
> loop as the response develops.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Glen Sage, N4DN
> email: n4dn at arrl.net
> 276-266-4456 Cell.
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