In providing real-time "ground truth" data to the National Weather Service, Amateur Radio continues as the premiere source of actionable situational intelligence during local severe weather events (SKYWARN).  Amateur Radio also excels in serving other government agencies by delivering sustainable, reliable, highly effective backup communications during periods of infrastructure overload or failure.      

Taking up membership in your local radio club, Amateur Radio Emergency Service and Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (or any combination thereof) will offer you an opportunity to set an example regarding preparedness of your family and also your community - all while providing an invaluable service to those public safety organizations counted on to be there when needed, day-in and day-out.  

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