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Ham radio: A critical link in the event of disaster

J. Magools
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J. Magools

On this edition of Oregon On The Record, you'll hear from Bonnie Altus with the American Radio Relay League and Doug Jimenez, of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management about the critical role ham radio operators will plan in the event of a major earthquake in our region.

Our reliance on high tech infrastructure like cell phones and internet will most likely fail in the event of a major incident like and earthquake , and the only way individuals and municipalities may be able to communicate will be through a somewhat old school tool – the ham radio.

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American Radio Relay League

Oregon Department of Emergency Management

Michael Dunne is the host and producer for KLCC’s public affairs show, Oregon On The Record. In this role, Michael interviews experts from around Western and Central Oregon to dive deep into the issues that matter most to the station’s audience. Michael also hosts and produces KLCC’s leadership podcast – Oregon Rainmakers, and writes a business column for The Chronicle which serves Springfield and South Lane County.