Posts Tagged “emergency communication”

Twitter Emergency Alerts

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Twitter Emergency Alerts

    In 2013 Twitter Alerts was introduced with the purpose of “helping users get important and accurate information from credible organizations during emergencies, natural disasters or moments when other communications services aren’t accessible.”  The goal is to help Twitter users to get reliable information in cases of emergency.   Useful in Real Crisis Situations…

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What is Ham Radio?

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What is Ham Radio?

AMATEUR (HAM) RADIO SERVICES The FCC established amateur radio as a voluntary, non-commercial, radio communications service. It allows licensed operators to improve their communications and technical skills, while providing the nation with a pool of trained radio operators and technicians who can provide essential communications during emergencies.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS   What is amateur…

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