Ham Radio Operators Display Emergency Capabilities During Winter Field Day:

Whether it's winter storms, tornadoes, even fires -- 'ham radio' operators can provide critical communication during an emergency. And later this month, local operators will practice their skills during a two-day nationwide deployment called 'Winter Field Day.' Warrick County ham radio operators will join with thousands of amateur radio operators nationwide, who will be showing off their emergency capabilities on January 27 and 28. During the last few months, ham radio operators in towns across America have provided critical communications during unexpected emergencies -- including the California wildfires, winter storms and tornadoes, as well as other worldwide events. During Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, Amateur Radio, often called 'ham radio,' was often the only way people could communicate, and hundreds of volunteer 'hams' traveled south to save lives and property. When disaster happens, Amateur Radio enthusiasts are often the first to provide rescuers with critical information and communications.

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