[W3GV] ACS Activation Level

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We are now at a ACS Activation Level  3 due to the possibility of the  
heavy wet snow that is forecast for the area.  Temperatures will be a major  
factor in determining whether this is a rain or snow event.  At this time,  
Cleveland NWS is forecasting colder temperatures and thus leaning towards  more 
snow.  With most trees having leaves on them, snow will  accumulate 
quickly.  There is a high probability of power outages due  to falling trees and 
limbs as well as heavy snow gathering on utility  wires.   

Local team leaders have  been notified of possible activations.  If you are 
on an assigned team  and have not been contacted by your team leader, 
please contact them with your  availability ASAP.
 
Please take necessary precautions to  protect your home & family in 
preparation for this  storm.
 
Please monitor local media, NWS weather  radio, or 2 meters for updates.  
Alan, KB3DUO, will have current  information on the net this evening at 9:00 
PM.
 
 
 
David  M. Wellman, WX3E
 
Erie  County R.A.C.E.S. / A.R.E.S. 
 
 
Emergency  Coordinator 
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At 1:00 PM we went to ACS  Activation Level  3. ACS Activation  level 3 
signifies threats that require situational awareness and will affect  more than 
one jurisdiction. 
 
 
An unusual condition, event, or non-declared emergency  exists that has 
caused state or local officials to declare a warning. All PEMA  ACS unit 
members and/or affiliated and/or assisting organizations are put on  Alert status 
and should monitor their assigned ACS net frequencies, email, and  
notification system(s) for additional information on possible deployment  notices.    
Cynthia A Garfold   KB3LZN 
Auxiliary Communications  Systems (ACS) Officer 
Pennsylvania Emergency  Management Agency (PEMA) 
2605 Interstate  Drive 
Harrisburg, PA   17110