[PVRCNC] Ice damage

[Bill Tippett]

        I empathize with all of you who are still without power!
This was my fourth instance of prolonged power outage and the 
first 3 were all over a week long (2 in Colorado and 1 in NC).  
Fortunately this one was only 3.5 days!  I guess this is one of
the prices you pay for choosing rural locations away from city
noise sources.

        No serious damage here other than my 80 meter sloper
breaking and slightly bending down my middle 10M KLM reflector.
Of course I also had to repair all of my Beverages.  It's amazing
how much they weigh with 1/2" of radial ice!  I was impressed how
well the KLM's held up considering they were designed by Californians.
I've had KLM antennas survive 140+ MPH winds in Colorado and severe 
ice storms both in CO and NC even though they don't look very strong.

        Hope all of you get power soon and have a joyous Holiday
Season!

                                                God's Blessings,

                                                Bill  W4ZV