Genesee County ARES
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WESTERN DISTRICT EMERGENCY COORDINATORS

WESTERN DISTRICT EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS

GENESEE COUNTY ARES ONLINE APPLICATION

      ARES is a group of Amateur Radio operators that provide vital communications, during simulated and actual emergency events. They also form a network for relaying information during races, walk-a-thons and other events of service organizations in the community.

    There is a 2 meter capability at the American Red Cross Chapter Office, in Batavia. This station is a strategic operating point, in the event of an actual emergency. 
  

Public Service

    Last year's public service events were another success! Thanks to all who came out and worked the communications network for these event; without all of you this would not be possible. I encourage you to recruit another ham or two, also. This year's events should be even bigger!

This Year's Events

MS Walk - 04 May 2003

Don Carroll Scholarship Race - 21 June 2003

Ride for Roswell - Saturday 28 June 2003   

America's Walk for Diabetes - 04 October 2003 

Pumpkin Patrol  30 & 31 October 2003

Red Cross Disaster Action Team meeting -   220 East Main St. - Batavia (near Liberty)                                   

Emergency/Public Service Links

                  Simulated Emergency Test (SET)
                     ARES Mutual Assistance Team (ARESMAT)
                     ARES & RACES
                     ARES Principles of Disaster Communications
                     National Traffic System (NTS)
                     Principles of NTS Operation
                     NTS Policies
                     Operation During Disasters
                     NTS Standard Net Procedures
                     ARRL Precedence & Handling Instructions

     Some forms that you might have an occasion to use in emergency communications (ARES, NTS, etc.) are listed below. Just click on the link as they are available for download in PDF format.
 

                                   ARRL Numbered Radiograms

                            ARES Application

                            Public Service Activity Report

                            Application For ARRL Station Appointment

                            Guidelines For ARRL Radiograms

                            Handy Operating Aid

                            Emergency Reference Information Card

                            Red Cross Amateur Radio Operator Intake Form

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        For more information on ARES, contact:

        American Radio Relay League - www.arrl.org

         National ARES Web Site - www.ares.org

      Emergency Coordinator

     Assistant Emergency Coordinator

Emergency Communications "Jump Bag"

   These following items are suggested for pre-assembling a "jump bag", which you can pick up and take to a communications drill, or an actual on-site emergency:

Basic Deployment Checklist:

• 2 meter HT
• extra batteries
• 2 meter mag mount antenna w/coax
• earphone
• paper and pencil/pen
• ARES photo ID card
• appropriate clothing
• food and water

Extended (72 hour) Deployment Checklist:

• Non-Perishable Snacks
• Throat Lozenges
• Prescriptions
• First Aid Kit
• Log Books
• 3 day change of clothes
• 3 day supply of food and water
• Flashlight w/extra batteries
• Candles
• Alarm Clock (battery or wind-up)
• Electrical and Duct Tape
• Safety Glasses
• Additional Radios/packet gear
• Headphones
• RF and Audio Connectors
• Patch Cords
• Extra Feedline
• Liquid Refreshments
• Pain Reliever
• Toiletries
• Message Forms
• Shelter (tent and/or sleeping bag)
• Foul Weather Gear
• Portable stove
• Mess Kit w/Cleaning Kit
• Waterproof Matches
• Tool Box
• Soldering Iron w/solder
• Volt-Ohm Meter
• Microphones
• Power Supplies/chargers
• Antennas w/ mounts
• SWR Bridge (VHF/HF)
• ARRL Standardized Connectors (Molex 1545)

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Home Disaster Supplies Kit  (adapted from Red Cross recommendations)

Disasters happen anytime and anywhere. And when disaster strikes, you may not have much time to respond. A highway spill or hazardous material could mean evacuation. A winter storm could confine your family at home. An earthquake, flood, tornado, or any other disaster could cut water, electricity, and telephones-for days.

After a disaster, local officials and relief workers will be on the scene, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. You could get help in hours, or it may take days. Would your family be prepared to cope with the emergency until help arrives?

Your family will cope best by preparing for disaster before it strikes. One way to prepare is by assembling a Disaster Supplies Kit. Once disaster hits, you won't have time to shop or search for supplies. But if you've gathered supplies in advance, your family can endure an evacuation or home confinement.

Prepare Your Kit

• Review the checklist below.
• Gather the supplies that are listed. You may need them if your family is confined at home.
• Place the supplies you'd most likely need for an evacuation in an easy-to-carry container. These supplies are listed with an asterisk (*).
• There are six basics you should stock for your home: water, food, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools and emergency supplies, and special items. Keep the items that you would most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to carry container--suggested items are marked with an asterisk(*).

Possible Containers Include-
¤ A large, covered trash container,
¤ A camping backpack,
¤ A duffle bag.

Food & Water

• Store water in plastic containers such as soft drink bottles. Avoid using containers that will decompose or break, such as milk cartons or glass bottles. A normally active person needs to drink at least two quarts of water each day. Hot environments and intense physical activity can double that amount. Children, nursing mothers, and ill people will need more.
• Store one gallon of water per person per day.
• Keep at least a three-day supply of water per day (two quarts for drinking, two quarts for each person in your household for food preparation/sanitation).*
Food
• Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food. Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking, and little or no water. If you must heat food, pack a can of sterno. Select food items that are compact and lightweight. *Include a selection of the following foods in your Disaster Supplies Kit:
• Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, and vegetables

First Aid Kit

  Assemble a first aid kit for your home and one for each car. A first aid kit* should include:
• Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
• Assorted sizes of safety pins
• Cleansing agent/soap
• Latex gloves (2 pairs)
• Sunscreen
• 2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
• 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
• Triangular bandages (3)
• Non-prescription drugs
• 2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
• 3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
• Scissors
• Tweezers
• Needle
• Moistened towelettes
• Antiseptic
• Thermometer
• Tongue blades (2)
• Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
• Non-Prescription Drugs
¤ Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
¤ Anti-diarrhea medication
¤ Antacid (for stomach upset)
¤ Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center)
• Laxative
¤ Laxative: Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)

Tools and Supplies

• Mess kits, or paper cups, plates, and plastic utensils*
• Emergency preparedness manual*
• Battery-operated radio and extra batteries*
• Flashlight and extra batteries*
• Cash or traveler's checks, change*
• Non-electric can opener, utility knife*
• Fire extinguisher: small canister ABC type
• Tube tent
• Pliers
• Tape
• Compass
• Matches in a waterproof container
• Aluminum foil
• Plastic storage containers
• Signal flare
• Paper, pencil
• Needles, thread
• Medicine dropper
• Shut-off wrench, to turn off household gas and water
• Whistle
• Plastic sheeting
• Map of the area (for locating shelters)

Sanitation 

¤ Toilet paper, towelettes*
¤ Soap, liquid detergent*
¤ Feminine supplies*
¤ Personal hygiene items*
¤ Plastic garbage bags, ties (for personal sanitation uses)
¤ Plastic bucket with tight lid
¤ Disinfectant
¤ Household chlorine bleach

Clothing and Bedding

• *Include at least one complete change of clothing and footwear per person.
• Sturdy shoes or work boots*
• Rain gear*
• Blankets or sleeping bags*
• Hat and gloves
• Thermal underwear
• Sunglasses

Special Items

Remember family members with special requirements, such as infants and elderly or disabled persons
• For Baby*
¤ Formula
¤ Diapers
¤ Bottles
¤ Powdered milk
¤ Medications
• For Adults*
¤ Heart and high blood pressure medication
¤ Insulin
¤ Prescription drugs
¤ Denture needs
¤ Contact lenses and supplies
¤ Extra eye glasses
• Entertainment
¤ Games and books
• Important Family Documents
Keep these records in a waterproof, portable container:
¤ Will, insurance policies, contracts deeds, stocks and bonds
¤ Passports, social security cards, immunization records
¤ Bank account numbers
¤ Credit card account numbers and companies
¤ Inventory of valuable household goods, important telephone numbers
¤ Family records (birth, marriage, death certificates)

Store your kit in a convenient place known to all family members. Keep a smaller version of the Disaster Supplies Kit in the trunk of your car.

Keep items in airtight plastic bags. Change your stored water supply every six months so it stays fresh. Replace your stored food every six months. Re-think your kit and family needs at least once a year. Replace batteries, update clothes, etc.

Ask your physician or pharmacist about storing prescription medications.

Many thanks to Karl N2NJH for his continued support of Amateur Radio