Amateur Radio Networks Amateur Radio SKYWARN Frequencies (in West and Central North Dakota)
Most of these sites can be linked together. In times of severe weather, this "link" allows amateur radio operators at the NWS in Bismarck to communicate with those directly affected by the storm. The callsign for the NWS in Bismarck is W0ZRT. Amateur radio operators are a vital part of the NWS severe weather warning program. Amateur Radio Links More Information on the SKYWARN Training Emergency response officials, amateur radio operators, and the general public are all encouraged to attend. The 90 minute training occur each spring throughout most of the counties in North Dakota. It is free of charge and is sponsored by your local County Emergency Manager (CEM). Requests for trainings should come through your CEM. SKYWARN Severe Weather Spotter training seminars consist of the following: The National Weather Service will issue a warning for only one or both of the following reasons; Doppler radar detects severe weather or SKYWARN spotters report severe weather. If a warning is issued for your location, you are in danger and need to seek shelter. The biggest supporters of the SKYWARN program are emergency response officials and
amateur radio operators. One of the best ways to get involved is to talk with an amateur
radio operator. If you have a scanner, tune in to a local amateur radio SKYWARN net (see
list above) to get a feel for what is involved. For additional information on the SKYWARN program, contact John.Paul.Martin@noaa.gov |