Volunteers train amateur radio operators to support communication during disasters
Summary
Car Crash Lubbock Texas in Lubbock, Texas: Volunteers with the West Texas Pathfinders are training amateur radio operators in Lubbock County to support emergency communications when disasters such as storms or wildfires disrupt cell phone and internet service. The Lubbock County Office of Emergency Management is partnering with the group to build a network of operators who can deploy portable radios to assist first responders and relief agencies. A 30-hour 'Field Day' exercise and competition was scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. to give people a chance to learn amateur radio.
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Volunteers train amateur radio operators to support communication during disasters