Thread: These people didn't care hams help with emergency services
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Old January 12th 09, 02:04 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb,alt.radio.family,rec.radio.shortwave
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Default FCC Consumer Facts : Communicating During Emergencies -&- EmergencyAlert System (EAS)
Mike wrote:
On Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:30:47 -0500, wrote:

Some of us hams use radios that are WIDE OPEN!
Try talking to FEMA with FRS.


Which is illegal as your hammy radios are not FCC type accepted for
operation outside of the hammy bands.

During an emergency, when immediate aid is required, you may use any
frequency likely to facilitate getting that assistance.
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