He observed the precipitation type and strength as it descended. He measured snow depth, and described how it was coming down, heavy or light. He also watched how, if at all, ice developed.
Then Brandon returned to his home, waited for the top of the hour and monitored his radio…. Rest of Article
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My comments:
We Amateur Radio Emergency Service and Skywarn operators should feel proud of ourselves. We are earnest, dedicated, and committed to helping.
This story is only one of a countless number of activations that occur each year.
When the Haiti earthquake happened, I personally stood by my radio for hours listening to designated emergency frequencies. I listened for distress calls as well as health and welfare messages that might have went in or out of the affected area. I listened incase a relay was needed.
Tornados, forest fires, floods, toxic spills, terrorist attacks, and yes, even snow storms: we will be there to help if we can.
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