located at
NYS School for the Blind, Batavia, NY
440 MHz - Repeater located at
Genesee County Office of Emergency Mgt.
Service) is composed of volunteer Amateur
Radio operators, under the direction of the
Office of Emergency Management Services,
providing trained operators to be activated
only for traning or actual emergency
communications support to govenrmental
agencies.
They also form a network for relaying information during races, walk-a-thons and other events of service organizations in the community
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 and Handling Instructions
emergency communications
Genesee County
Emergency Coordinator
Genesee Radio Amateurs
Echo-Link Node307340
a jump bag which can be pick up and taken to a
communications drill, or an actual on-site emergency:
Checklist (72 hours)
Checklist (24 hours)
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 154)
extra batteries
2 meter mag mount antenna w/coax
earphone
paper and pencil/pen
ARES/RACES photo ID card
Drivers License
appropriate clothing
food and water
(adapted from Red Cross recommendations)
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.
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?
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
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.
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 Possible Containers Include - a large covered trash containe, a camping backpack or a duffle bag.
Review the checklist below.
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 person (two quarts for drinking,
two quarts for each person in your household for food preparation/sanitation
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: and Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, and vegetables
and
Water
A first aid kit should include
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)
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 gauzepads (4-6)
Triangular bandages (3)
Non-prescription drugs
2-inch sterile rolles bandages (3 rolls)
3-inch sterile rolles and
bandage (3 rolls)
Scissors
Emergency preparedness manual
Battery-operated radio and extra batteries
Flashlight extra and batteries
Cash or traveler's checks, change
Non-electric can opener
Utility knife
Fire extinguisher: small canister ABC type
Tube tent
Pliers or Tap
Supplies
Matches in a waterproof container
Aluminum foil
Plastic storage containers
Signal flare
Paper, pencil
Needles, thread
Medicine dropper
Wrench to turn off household gas and water
Whistle
Plastic sheeting
Map of the area (for locating shelters)
& footwear per person.
Sturdy shoes or work boots
Rain gear
Blankets or Sleeping Bags
Pillows
Hat and gloves
Thermal Underwear or Sweatsuit
Sunglasses
Soap & liquid detergent
Hand Saniitizer
Feminine supplies
Personal hygiene items
Plastic garbage bags and ties
(for personal sanitation uses)
Plastic bucket with tight lid
Disinfectant
Household chlorine bleach and Eye Dropper
such as infants and elderly or disabled persons
Keep these records in a waterproof,
portable container:
Family records:
(birth, marriage anddeath certificates)
Will, insurance policies, contracts, deeds, stocks and bonds
Passports, ID cards, social security cards, immunization records andLicenses
Bank account numbers
Credit card account numbers
& company names
Inventory of valuable household goods Important telephone numbers
Formula or Powdered milk
Diapers (disposable)
Bottles & Inserts
Nipples and Holders
Infant Seat, Strollers or Playpen
For Entertainment
Games, toys and books
Heart and high blood pressure medication
Insulin and Medications
Wheel Chairs, Cains or Walkers
Denture needs
Contact lenses and supplies
Extra eye glasses
Keep a smaller version of the Disaster Supplies Kit in the trunk of your car.
Change your stored water supply every six months so it stays fresh.
Re-think your kit and family needs at least once a year.
Replace batteries, update clothes, supplies etc.