SM Update

Hello all,

As we all know, Hurricane Ian has caused significant loss or life and
property damage in Florida.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to those
affected by the storm, including friends and family not in the impact
area.

As KB5HPT mentined in our weekly Zoom meeting this evening, we should
not use Winlink through RMS stations for a while.

I received the following message a few minutes ago from Texas Department
of Emergency Management that emphasizes this.

“We have been asked to standby for now during the hurricane Ian event
and not use HF channels that RMS Gateways make use of such as N5TW in
Texas.  The Amateur Radio Safety Foundation, operator of Winlink, have
asked to use Telnet sessions for the next few days until the emergency
traffic is reduced. Please understand this is a short-term request for
clear channels.  Your cooperation and understanding is appreciated.”

73,

dale
W5WI