Volunteers provide much needed help during disasters and more. Santa Cruz County has a very active Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, presence as well as a team of ham radio operators who are the unsung heroes during a disaster.
“Good morning, Cucamonga! This is Santa Cruz E.O.C.!”
Each week ham radio operators check the California Office of Emergency Services and network with other ham operators throughout the state. They play a pivotal role in emergencies and natural disasters through groups like the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) and The Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL).
The Magnolia and Lowndes County Amateur Radio Clubs joined forces for a radio day in Starkville.
The event lets amateur operators connect with the community and test out their gear.
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