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Through Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Amateur Radio Triumphs When All Else Fails (www.wired.com)
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While some residents in hurricane-impacted areas can’t send texts or make calls, amateur radio enthusiasts are helping communicate requests for help and messages between loved ones.

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 8 months ago (1 children)

I really need to get my license...

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

If you're interested then do it now! Because it takes a bit and it's frustrating.