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ARRL members, in the Hawaii Amateur Radio Emergency Service, continue to respond following to the deadly wildfires on the island of Maui. The radio amateurs are coordinating with state and local officials during the response and recovery effort. On August 15, an HF SHARES gateway, and an amateur VHF VARA FM gateway were brought back online, after having been damaged. Local hams continue to update lists of frequencies and repeaters that can be used in the response. ARRL Section Manager Jospeh Speroni, who serves the Pacific Section including Hawaii and US territories in the Pacific, sent a message to members across the Section on Wednesday. “The suddenness of the Maui Disaster is shocking. It affects us all,” he said. Speroni said it was difficult to know immediately the status of radio amateurs and equipment on Maui, including repeaters and gateways. “Sadly, there are now confirmed deaths and several of our ham radio receivers have lost their homes.” “Wildfires have affected phones, internet, and cell services across Maui. VERY Limited Cell contact was established with Lahaina or its ham operators due to burned fiber lines and VERY limited hams in the area,” included one of the updates. Hawaii has many amateur radio repeaters and an extensive internet-linked repeater system, including KH6COM, a VHF/UHF Maui countywide system with emergency backup power. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Hawaii and especially the Island of Maui,” said ARRL Director of Emergency Management Josh Johnston, Johnston emphasized that most of amateur radio communications, including any messages being relayed, are being handled on the existing repeater system in the state. On shortwave, HF stations across Hawaii are operating nets on 7.088 MHz.

When Ring announced the launch of Ring Two-way radio, Rob from Wakefield in the UK was quick to order one, knowing that it could make a big difference to his life. Having developed a mobility impairment in recent years, Rob has days when answering his GMRS walkie-talkie can be a real challenge. Being able to speak to visitors and buzz them into his building using his smartphone would make things a lot more convenient for him, especially when he was away from home. “I have a mobility impairment, so I’m not always able to answer the door,” said Rob. “I bought Ring Two-way radio to be able to answer the door when I’m either not in the house or confined to my bed.” Having installed Ring radio, Rob found that he was immediately able to make use of the Two-Way Talk and Remote Unlock features to speak to visitors and buzz them in using his smartphone. Recently, Rob was having some adaptations made to his flat. During this time he was able to combine the use of his Ring Two-way radio and Video Doorbell - answering his radio to various tradespeople and then seeing them arrive at the door of his flat before letting them in. Day-to-day, he can let delivery drivers into the building and ask them to leave his packages in a safe place without having to get up from his bed. He can then pick up his deliveries when he is feeling more mobile. As his story demonstrates, Ring Two-way radio is ideal for apartment-dwellers who work away from home, frequent travelers, or anyone who wants to make their everyday a little easier.

In an enthralling convergence of space and literature, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre successfully held the sixth ham radio interaction featuring UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi from the International Space Station (ISS) at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library. The educational session was held as a part of the interactive ‘A Call from Space’ series organised by MBRSC, the agency behind the UAE Astronaut Programme. With the ISS in transit over the UAE, the event captivated the enthusiastic audience through their interaction with Al Neyadi. The wireless walkie talkie is a broad-spectrum communication tool that enables connection between individuals and groups, even reaching remote and space areas. Al Rais said: “The sense of wonder and eagerness students exhibit as they decipher the value of such missions to humanity is not just invigorating but truly inspirational. As we draw closer to the end of Sultan’s mission, these encounters will be treasured memories, igniting a lifelong passion for learning. Our conviction is strong that such initiatives cultivate an intensified interest in STEM fields among the nation’s youth, fostering a vibrant culture of scientific curiosity and innovation, vital for propelling the UAE’s ambitious space endeavours.” The space communication unfolded with a glimpse into the works and projects of MBRSC, following a presentation on space stations that provided a vivid image of human endeavours in space, as well as a training session on the workings of ham radio. The UAE Astronaut Programme is one of the projects managed by MBRSC under the UAE’s National Space Programme and funded by the ICT Fund of the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), which aims to support research and development in the ICT sector in the UAE and promote the country’s integration on the global stage.

D500 Digital walkie talkie with 1600mAh 64 channels capacity commercial two-way radio with a compact design, featuring high-low power selectable among 4W/1W. This solid and rugged radio works on simplex (radio to radio direct), as well as work in conjunction with a hotspot device or repeaters. 300H recording function optional. Dual Capacity Direct Mode. It allows monitoring both the DMR community and stay in touch with your friends on the local analog repeaters at the same time. Promiscuous mode enables it to hear all talk groups. Large Battery & Crystal Sound. Come with a 1600mAh large battery, 5590 battery life: Analog 11h/Digital 15h.  At the same time, it is with a crystal-clear audio sound when transmitting and receiving.

Norwegian Cruise Line has quietly addedhandheld 2 way radio to the prohibited items list, meaning guests can no longer bring walkie-talkies of any size onboard. This may be a challenge for some travelers who use inexpensive uhf/vhf radios to keep in touch while on the ship as different family members attend different activities. There is no explanation or clarification of why walkie-talkies are now prohibited, but there could be several reasons. The frequencies of certain walkie-talkies could possibly interfere with other onboard signals, including radios used by crew members or frequencies that need to be kept clear for emergencies. Some walkie-talkies might even interfere with onboard wi-fi service, though this is unlikely. The ban could also be a result of unruly behavior, such as young cruisers playing rowdy games involving walkie-talkies, or possibly throwing the small, hand-held radios and creating disturbances, though no reports of such behaviors have been made public. Some cruise travelers use walkie-talkies as an inexpensive, convenient way to keep in touch with family or group members, especially on larger ships when different individuals want to join in different activities or when parents may be relaxing in an adults-only area while children are at the pool, waterpark, or arcade. Walkie-talkies are especially favored by families who prefer to unplug and put away cell phones while on vacation, or if not everyone in the family has a cell phone to stay in touch onboard. While Norwegian Cruise Line has not offered an explanation about why, specifically, walkie-talkies are now prohibited, there are several other items on the prohibited list that are similar. For example, number 20 on the list is “large batteries” and walkie-talkies and their charging bases may use batteries that aren’t approved.

HOWELL – Avid members of the Ocean-Monmouth Amateur Radio Club (OMARC) forged connections across the map in a thrilling 24-hour event held at Echo Lake Park. For the third year in a row, OMARC chose Howell as the location for its Annual Field Day. The event was part of the “Amateur Radio Relay League Field Day Operation,” coordinated by the National Association for Amateur Radio. Over 40,000 ham radio operators from North America communicated from temporary transmitting stations in public areas during the same designated time period. The gathering united a community of individuals who shared a profound passion for ham radio operations and recognized its crucial significance during times of crisis. Joe Kruszewski, a 20-year veteran ham, said he was initially drawn to the form of communications when he worked for New Jersey Natural Gas. As a member of the company’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Kruszewski participated in exercises with the Office of Emergency Management. “The company had some ham radio equipment,such as DMR portable radio，Frs radio and PoC walkie talkie.” Kruszewski shared. “The guy who bought it was not licensed to use it to the full capability.” When Kruszewski learned that no one was licensed to operate at a high frequency, he decided to study and take the test.“We set up antennas and operate in the rain,” Kruszewski said.“But if there’s thunder and lightning, we have to disconnect everything. A lightning bolt can hit the antennas, come right down the wires, and fry the radio and operator.” From voice transmissions to Morse code and digital modes, ham radio operators have access to diverse communication methods. This versatility enables them to adapt to different situations, such as during emergencies when specific frequencies or modes may be more effective in transmitting vital information. During the event, OMARC members made over 1,000 total connections.

The 46th annual International Amateur Radio Exhibition, HAM RADIO, attracted more than 11,000 visitors to Friedrichshafen, Germany. ARRL ——The National Association for Amateur Radio, which has nearly 7,000 international members, sends a small delegation to the convention each year -- greeting members and friends from the global amateur radio community, and networking with other national radio societies. Messe Friedrichshafen Managing Director Klaus Wellmann and Project Manager Petra Rathgeber were delighted with the success of the event. "HAM RADIO lived up to its reputation as Europe's largest amateur radio exhibition. In cooperation with the German Amateur Radio Club (DARC), the perfect partner for the event, we showed that amateur Two Way Radio plays an important role in society," said Wellmann and Rathgeber. "This year's slogan, 'We're all about STEM!' was brought to full fruition, with many activities focusing on work with young people -- something that really brought in the crowds." A recent press release from HAM RADIO said young attendees were able to tinker and make things under guidance, and they were also able to test their knowledge in the Ham Rally, a technical scavenger hunt featuring 25 stations. Students were encouraged to try sending Morse code, and pass the QSL card quiz, of course using vhf handheld radio is an important part in rhe exhibition. ARRL participated in the Ham Rally, challenging young people to name and identify the US states. "We were really happy with the way this year's exhibition went," said Christian Entsfellner, DL3MBG, Chairman of DARC. A total of 392 participants, including 149 commercial exhibitors and international associations, as well as 243 flea market exhibitors, represented the unique diversity of amateur radio around the world. Plans are already being made for next year's HAM RADIO to be held June 28 - 30, 2024.

When the Evergreen-based Alpine Rescue Team received a call over Memorial Day weekend for a skier who had taken a 1,000-foot fall through a couloir off Torreys Peak, just east of Summit County, the rescuers said the conditions were abysmal. At least one person higher up on the 14,267-foot peak had limited cell service to call for help, but the injured party and those down with him in the couloir had none, Smith said. However, the skiers did have one piece of technology that proved invaluable that day: powerful walkie-talkies. The simple radios proved critical that day. Now, the Colorado Search & Rescue Association is highlighting the potential for family radio service or GMRS （general mobile radio service ） portable radios to save lives in the backcountry. “Having direct communications with rescue subjects can be crucial during emergencies,” Beckman wrote. “Although (search and rescue) teams do not actively monitor any FRS channel, establishing a common go-to channel when (search and rescue) has been activated by other means and are en route can greatly aid rescue operations and ultimately help save lives.” Using long-range radios, rescuers were able to instruct the other skiers on scene to complete basic assessments of the injured skier, giving them a jump start on the medical process before they actually arrived at the skier’s location themselves, Smith said. Then, as rescue team volunteers made their way back down the mountain with the injured skier, the uninjured skiers went ahead of them and continued to use the radios to communicate the best path back, he said. Overall, the radios helped make what could have been a difficult rescue go smoother and more efficiently, Smith said. Moving forward, Alpine Rescue Group mission coordinators will likely ask those in need of rescue at the start of a call whether they have a family radio service or general mobile radio service radio on them, he added. “They’re just great tools to have, because there are so many places where cell phone reception is not possible or not very good or it’s in and out,” DeBattiste said. “And if you’re in a group or a group moving at different paces or with different objectives, it’s a tool for them to stay in contact.”