2012 Skywarn Recognition Day

at North Platte for Radio Operators

     Today is Skywarn Recognition Day that runs from December 1st from 0000z to 2400z. SKYWARN Recognition Day was developed in 1999 by the National Weather Service and the American Radio Relay League. It celebrates the contributions that volunteer SKYWARN radio operators make to the National Weather Service. During the day SKYWARN operators visit NWS offices and contact other radio operators across the world.

          During SKYWARN Recognition Day the North Platte Progressive Amateur Radio Club will operate from the National Weather Service Office in North Platte on 20 meters. The call sign for the National Weather Service office in North Platte is: NE0NP

     When a threat exists for severe weather in Lincoln County the North Platte Progressive Amateur Radio Club activates. Their service provides a direct connection between the office and club members dispatched within Lincoln County, who then relay observed conditions from storms. If you are interested in learning more about the Lincoln County Amateur Radio Club, contact Kevin Curtis (KOKDC) at  k0kdc@q.com Kevin is also the Lincoln County Emergency Coordinator.

     The amateur radio club members work with office staff and family to connect up with amateur radio operators across the country. Below are a few images for today. 



 

To learn more on participating locations and QSL information for the 2012 SKYWARN Recognition Day 

visit the National SKYWARN web page.

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