Lasalle County ARES

It's that time of year! Please consider working at this well run event. Perfect for new amateurs as well as the more experienced operators! What a great way to hone those ARES skills! Reach out with any questions (KA9WRZ).

MARATHON SIGN UP 2024
To sign up, please go to this link: https://forms.gle/i7GFgy5icnip1wP48
We are excited to be invited back to work the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. We are seeking 150 ham radio operators (by comparison, the Boston Marathon uses 200 ham radio operators and the Marine Corps Marathon using 250 hams!) Of the majors, we are the smallest team. We have three basic teams: Course Medical Tents (CMT) with 2 – 8 hams assigned (depending on location); Pre-Finish Team for the last mile of the course and Triage team. These folks roam the zone after the finish line throughout Grant Park serving distressed runners.
The Chicago Marathon is considered one of the 6 major world Marathons – New York, Boston, London, Berlin and Tokyo. It is a privilege for us to work with this class of events.
This year they are looking to increase the field to 55,000 runners. That means more stress on the medical teams and us.
We have been successful working alongside Chicago Event Management for 17 years largely because of the community of ham radio folks we have attracted. This year, we are seeing more non-ham communicators working with us. Many stations are using hybrid radio communications to talk between their teams and our forward command operations.
Again, to sign up, please go to this link: https://forms.gle/i7GFgy5icnip1wP48

2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Ham Radio Medical Com Team Event Date: Sunday, October 13, 2024

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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Chicago/Romeoville IL
315 PM CST Thu Jan 11 2024

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Southern Will-Eastern Will-Lake IN-Porter-Newton-Jasper-Benton-
315 PM CST Thu Jan 11 2024 /415 PM EST Thu Jan 11 2024/

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of North Central
Illinois...Northeast Illinois and Northwest Indiana.
DAY ONE...Tonight.

Weather hazards expected...

Elevated Snow Risk After Midnight.

DISCUSSION...

Snow will spread across the area primarily north of US 24 after
midnight and continue after daybreak Friday. Snow rates greater
than 1 inch per hour will lead to slippery to hazardous travel
conditions.
DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Friday and Friday Night...
Elevated Non Thunderstorm Wind Risk.
Significant Snow Risk.
Saturday...
Elevated Excessive Cold Risk.
Elevated Non Thunderstorm Wind Risk.
Limited Lakeshore Flood Risk.
Sunday through Wednesday...
Elevated to Significant Excessive Cold Risk.

DISCUSSION...

Additional snow will fall across the region especially north of
Interstate 80 throughout the day on Friday. Friday night, snow
will taper as westerly winds increase and gust 45 to 50 mph
leading to areas of blowing snow and very low visibility.

Bitterly to dangerously cold air will spread into the region
Sunday night through Tuesday night with wind chills as low as 30
degrees below zero.

River ice is expected to rapidly build up on area rivers Sunday
into early next week as a much colder arctic airmass moves into
the area. This will bring a threat for ice jam related flooding
on area rivers into next week.
SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be necessary through tonight.

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LMZ740>745-122115-
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
315 PM CST Thu Jan 11 2024

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of the Illinois
nearshore waters of Lake Michigan and the Indiana nearshore
waters of Lake Michigan.
DAY ONE...Tonight.

Weather hazards expected...

Hazardous conditions for small craft.
DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

Friday...
Gale force winds and or very hazardous waves are likely.
Saturday...
Gale force winds and or very hazardous waves are likely.
Limited Freezing Spray Risk.
Sunday through Wednesday...
Hazardous conditions for small craft are likely.

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Borchardt

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Chicago, IL Hazards Enhanced Hazardous Weather Outlook Hazardous Weather Outlook National Briefing Skywarn Outlooks Watch/Warning/Advisory Criteria Snow Squall Warnings

Did you feel it? We had a 3.2 magnitude earthquake centered in Granville this morning around 4:45

If you felt it, send a report to the USGS, link below.

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000lnhy/executive

This is the start of our 15th year serving the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. I reluctantly admit, I was a doubter when we started this project that the ham radio community would pull together to make this happen, but thanks to all of you, we have succeeded and really brought a positive spotlight to our avocation. Congratulations to all of you. I would like to acknowledge a few among you who have served this event almost from the beginning and at almost every year since we started: Matt Mason, Dan Elekman, Dave Kleckner, Ralph Bardzitis, Kate Saccany, George Slominski and Rob Orr. If we missed anyone, please let us know.
We have become a little more formalized. This past year we organized into a corporation to help serve this event and others. We call ourselves Ham Radio Chicago (hamradioChicago.org) and we are in the process of applying for a 501cIII. The hope is that we can provide support to other events and to other clubs who are working on events with training, expertise, manpower, and eventually equipment. We are a service club serving other clubs and events. Right now, we don’t have a membership process in place, but we are contemplating how that might work. We currently have a 9 member Board and will be in touch.
Meanwhile, it is time to register for the 2023 Marathon. Please fill out the Google Form below to get the process started
https://forms.gle/axpyq2e5uwzV2dCY9
You are this list because you have other served or expressed interest in serving this event. If you want your name removed, please contact me directly ([email protected])
Our sincerest thank for your support!
Your volunteer leads:
Rob Orr, K9RST
Jerry Watts, K9LOT
Jeff VanBuren, KD9IPG
Rob Orr
Rob Orr Productions, LLC

2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Ham Radio Medical Com Team Event Date: Sunday, October 8, 2023

NWS Chicago hazardous Weather Outlook

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HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE CHICAGO/ROMEOVILLE IL
411 PM CDT WED JUL 12 2023

ILZ003>006-008-010>013-019>021-023-032-033-039-103>108-INZ001-002-
010-011-019-132115-
WINNEBAGO-BOONE-MCHENRY-LAKE IL-OGLE-LEE-DE KALB-KANE-DUPAGE-
LA SALLE-KENDALL-GRUNDY-KANKAKEE-LIVINGSTON-IROQUOIS-FORD-
NORTHERN COOK-CENTRAL COOK-SOUTHERN COOK-NORTHERN WILL-
SOUTHERN WILL-EASTERN WILL-LAKE IN-PORTER-NEWTON-JASPER-BENTON-
411 PM CDT WED JUL 12 2023 /511 PM EDT WED JUL 12 2023/

THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR PORTIONS OF NORTH CENTRAL
ILLINOIS...NORTHEAST ILLINOIS AND NORTHWEST INDIANA.
DAY ONE...TONIGHT.

WEATHER HAZARDS EXPECTED...

ELEVATED THUNDERSTORM RISK...WITH AN ASSOCIATED:
ELEVATED TORNADO RISK.
LIMITED HAIL RISK...UP TO TWO INCH SIZE.
LIMITED DAMAGING WIND RISK...UP TO 70 MPH.
ELEVATED FLOODING RISK.

DISCUSSION...

SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS ARE EXPECTED THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING
ACROSS NORTHERN ILLINOIS INTO NORTHWEST INDIANA. THIS INCLUDES A
THREAT OF DAMAGING TORNADOES. ADDITIONAL HAZARDS INCLUDE DAMAGING
WIND AND HAIL. LOCALIZED AREAS OF FLASH FLOODING, ESPECIALLY IN
URBAN AREAS, ARE ALSO POSSIBLE.
DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...THURSDAY THROUGH TUESDAY.

THURSDAY...
LIMITED THUNDERSTORM RISK.
FRIDAY...
LIMITED FLOODING RISK.
LIMITED THUNDERSTORM RISK.
SATURDAY THROUGH TUESDAY...
LIMITED THUNDERSTORM RISK.
SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

SPOTTERS WILL BE NEEDED THROUGH THIS EVENING.

GENERAL STORM MOTION OF THE DAY:

MOVING TOWARD THE EAST SOUTHEAST AT 30 MPH.

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WINTHROP HARBOR TO WILMETTE HARBOR IL-
WILMETTE HARBOR TO NORTHERLY ISLAND IL-
NORTHERLY ISLAND TO CALUMET HARBOR IL-
CALUMET HARBOR IL TO GARY IN-GARY TO BURNS HARBOR IN-
BURNS HARBOR TO MICHIGAN CITY IN-
411 PM CDT WED JUL 12 2023

THIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR PORTIONS OF THE ILLINOIS
NEARSHORE WATERS OF LAKE MICHIGAN AND THE INDIANA NEARSHORE
WATERS OF LAKE MICHIGAN.
DAY ONE...TONIGHT.

WEATHER HAZARDS EXPECTED...

ELEVATED THUNDERSTORM RISK...WITH AN ASSOCIATED:
ELEVATED WATERSPOUT RISK.
LIMITED HAIL RISK...UP TO TWO INCH SIZE.
LIMITED THUNDERSTORM WIND GUST RISK...UP TO 60 KT.
DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...THURSDAY THROUGH TUESDAY.

THURSDAY THROUGH MONDAY...
LIMITED THUNDERSTORM RISK.

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PETR

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Chicago, IL Hazards Enhanced Hazardous Weather Outlook Hazardous Weather Outlook National Briefing Skywarn Outlooks Watch/Warning/Advisory Criteria

[5:45 AM Thursday 03/30/2023] - A severe weather threat exists Friday afternoon and evening across the region. Main threats include damaging winds and tornadoes. These storms are expected to be very fast moving. Stay tuned to the latest forecast updates and take some time to ensure that you have multiple ways to get warnings!

Spotter activation is likely tomorrow. Stay tuned. Utica 145.290 and Utica/ Peru 725 will be used.

Might have bad weather in parts of Illinois starting tomorrow night. 😮
Northwest lllinois could have severe thunderstorms and large hail; Southern Illinois could see heavy rain and flash flooding.
Find preparedness tips here: https://iema.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/iema/preparedness/documents/severeweatherpreparedness.pdf

Just exchanged a couple messages with Ottawa Rescue Squad. Anyone interested in getting your CPR certification. Let me know!

The Radio Amateur's Code

The Radio Amateur is
CONSIDERATE...He/[She] never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
LOYAL...He/[She] offers loyalty, encouragement and support to other amateurs, local clubs, the IARU Radio Society in his/[her] country, through which Amateur Radio in his/[her] country is represented nationally and internationally.
PROGRESSIVE...He/[She] keeps his/[her] station up to date. It is well-built and efficient. His/[Her] operating practice is above reproach.
FRIENDLY...He/[She] operates slowly and patiently when requested; offers friendly advice and counsel to beginners; kind assistance, cooperation and consideration for the interests of others. These are the marks of the amateur spirit.
BALANCED...Radio is a hobby, never interfering with duties owed to family, job, school or community.
PATRIOTIC...His/[Her] station and skills are always ready for service to country and community.
- adapted from the original Amateur's Code, written by Paul M. Segal, W9EEA, in 1928

https://www.arrl.org/amateur-code

Amateur Code The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) is the national association for amateur radio, connecting hams around the U.S. with news, information and resources.

While the winter season is upon us and not leaving any time soon, you may come across disabled vehicles or vehicles in ditches.

We want motorists to call it in when someone needs our help however, please be aware of vehicles in ditches or on the shoulders with orange tags, orange tape or caution tape of some sort on the vehicles. This means that the vehicle has been checked and there is no need to call and report it.
Stay alert, Stay safe

Our neighbors to the west!

Bureau County EMA The Bureau County Emergency Management Agency is responsible for coordinating the local emergency/di

[5:50 AM CDT - Monday 8/29/2022]
Severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening areawide (Risk Level 3 of 5). The threat for destructive wind gusts (≥ 75 mph) is highest along and north of I-80. Additional hazards include damaging hail, frequent lightning and localized flash flooding. A brief tornado or two also cannot be ruled out. Have multiple ways to receive warnings today!

LaSalle County EMA is seeking volunteers for our Field Support Unit, Ground Search and Rescue, and other teams. Interested? You can find the application on our website. https://www.lasallecountyema.org/our_team
Please send application to [email protected]

Making my final push for ops to help out with the Starved Rock Nationals car show here just outside Ottawa at Skydive Chicago I had quite a few respond on posts but they got buried and may have not made it to the email list. I'm hoping to get the incident action plan out a week prior so email me at [email protected] or on messenger with your phone number and email address (if sending on messenger) so I can get assignments set. Also please forward this info to anyone that might be interested that doesn't use Facebook.

We also have a booth approved by the ARRL to hand out info about amateur radio. This will be a great opportunity and demographic for furthering the hobby. So we need some ARRL members to man that booth.

Thanks again and 73

Jerry NA9LE assistant EC LasCo

Scattered thunderstorms are expected to continue through 630 PM south of I-80, with the greatest coverage across Livingston, southern LaSalle, and southern Grundy Counties. These areas also have the greatest risk of severe weather through 630 PM as well, with large hail and torrential rainfall.

HOME | Starved Rock Nationa Starved Rock Nationals is a car show for all who are real enthusiast.

Structure fire: Grand Bear Lodge.

Multiple departments responding. Avoid the area.

I made a comparison video fetching the same catalog request using packet and VARA FM. The packet connection dropped 24 minutes in with 2,000b left to go. VARA did the whole 63,000 in under 2 minutes!
https://youtu.be/kwTSPWHHhsQ

Packet vs VARA FM demo 63,000b fetch in both modes. The packet connection booted me at 24 mins 2000b before completing the fetch. VARA did it in minutes!

KLOT Radar Outage Beginning May 9th Beginning Monday, May 9, 2022, the KLOT WSR-88D radar operated by the NOAA National Weather Service in Romeoville, IL, will be down for approximately two weeks as part of the Service Life Extension Program (SLEP).

Lasalle County ARES updated their business hours.

Lasalle County ARES updated their phone number.

Lasalle County ARES updated their website address.

Starved Rock Radio Club W9MKS repeaters are down until further notice due to antenna issues.

Utica KC9CFU repeater and 146.550 simplex will serve as our emergency frequencies till its resolved.

We've been asked to assist with parking and comms in general for a local car show this fall. Aug. 19-21 at Skydive Chicago just outside Ottawa. Feel free to message with any questions.

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