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"SET 2008"

Many volunteers participated in the recent ARRL Simulated Emergency Exercise on October 4th.  The spirit of cooperation was at its finest as the Red Cross, TNECA and MARS volunteers worked together during the event.  The exercise simulated torrential rains throughout TN following two major hurricanes which wiped out all power, Internet and phone services.  Emergency workers were deployed to several locations.  Messages were passed to the State EOC in Nashville using our high speed radio digital communications systems.  The State EOC was staffed for the event and replied to all messages in a timely and thorough manner.  Inter-operability was the "name of the game" and was clearly demonstrated throughout the exercise.  Many thanks to TNECA, Red Cross and MARS members who participated!  It was an excellent opportunity to work with some of our served agencies!

TNECA and RCARES Unite in Commitment to Serve

A Mutual Support Agreement (MSA) was signed, sealed and delivered between TNECA and Roane County.  The two organizations, recognizing a common mission and strong commitment to provide Emergency Communication Service to Public Service Agencies, has established a formal agreement to support each other.  Joint Training Sessions, Emergency Exercises, Technical Support and Planning have already begun and represent the four cornerstones of the agreement.  Similar agreements have been signed with other organizations and more are underway.

Bill - KI4FZT Signing the MSA

John - W9THI Signing the MSA

Delivered with a "Handshake"

United We Stand

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Work on the Emergency Communications Center

One of our recent "projects" was the installation of a new awning on our Emergency Communications Center.  Several people volunteered to assist Bill Dodson, owner of Creston RV, who contributed most of the materials as well as his skilled services.  Many thanks to Bill as well as everyone who helped.  We volunteered to assist Bill when he needs some extra hands around his home or shop (www.WhdCustomRV.com)

Bill Dodson installing the last bracket for the new awning

New awning completely installed and ready for service

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To be USEFUL, we MUST be READY.
To be READY, we MUST be TRAINED.
To be TRAINED, we MUST plan AHEAD.

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