[Wma-ares] TS Melissa

[Chuck Chandler]

>From Josh Johnston, KE5MHV:

Here is a brief update on frequency use around Tropical Storm Melissa:
Important Notice: Emergency Frequencies — Keep Clear During Contest Weekend
As the Caribbean faces potential hurricane impacts, IARU Region 2 has
activated emergency nets on the following frequencies: 40 meters: 7.198 MHz
and 7.098 MHz 20 meters: 14.198 MHz If the Hurricane Watch Net (HWN)
activates, they will be operating on: 14.325 MHz 7.268 MHz The amateur
radio station at the National Hurricane Center, WX4NHC, will also be
monitoring the HWN frequencies for real-time weather and situation reports.
This weekend coincides with the CQ World Wide SSB Contest, one of the
busiest times on the bands. All operators are urged to exercise extra
vigilance and avoid transmitting on or near these emergency and hurricane
watch frequencies. These nets are providing critical communication links
supporting the Caribbean Islands and affected regions. Please ensure they
have clear and reliable access to designated frequencies. In summary: Keep
clear of 7.198, 7.098, 7.268, 14.198, and 14.325 MHz Be aware of possible
emergency or health-and-welfare traffic on nearby frequencies Operate
responsibly and help maintain open frequencies for those supporting
hurricane response efforts. You can also follow updates on the ARRL website
at: https://www.arrl.org/news/tropical-storm-melissa-update

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73 de Chuck, WS1L <https://www.arrl.org/news/tropical-storm-melissa-update>
Amateur Radio Emergency Service ®
Section Emergency Coordinator
Western Massachusetts
<https://www.arrl.org/news/tropical-storm-melissa-update>
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chandlerusm at gmail.com
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