[BVARC] Therapeutic Digital Mode

[Jeffery MacMillian via BVARC]

Good Evening,

I hope everyone is well. This has been such a stressful week so I decided
to just do a little Hamming this evening. You know, the usual catching up
on emails, running Digital modes. By the way Europe is coming in well
tonight on 20 and 40 meters for FT8 and JT65. I still need a few for my
DXCC and I caught a couple. Who knew Northern Ireland  was different then
just the regular Ireland?

The flooding has been awful, but might be good for propagation. Like some
of you, I have been monitoring different Nets on HF, 2m, or just about
anywhere where I thought I could get some good information. After some time
I locked into Katy Fire 151.115, Its local to me and I thought I might be
able to get some comfort from getting the local information. Looking back,
I should have been reading a good book. Don't take that in a wrong way, but
after lots of bad news on situations I was utterly powerless to do anything
about, I got a bit weary of it all. I listen to all the action for some
great rescues as some very well trained,equipped, and brave people
weathered the storm to go out and save life after life. I listened to a
call that a Ham put out for an 80 year old lady stuck in her house with 6
feet of water. And so many other calls that its hard to recall them all.

Up to this point I have always used the Hobby as a play ground. Chasing DX,
WAS, 2m nets about Ice Cream and who doesn't love a good field day. I now
have so much more respect for the service side of ham Radio. The ARES teams
that manned the 94 machine for days on ends passing very serious traffic.
On the KARS 147.2 repeater my wife and I listened to many hams keeping in
touch and making sure everyone was safe. Their were even some that keep
putting out great information. Good, bad or other wise, this one ham felt
the need to keep everyone informed. People caring for people and offering
peace in a time of tribulation.

As this storm ground us all down, I found real comfort in having a radio in
my hand and buddies at the other end as we were going through this
together. I didn't write all the call signs down. Some of these guys I knew
and others were new voices on the other end. Why I am writing this is to
say thank you to all that helped, and to all that will be here as we
rebuild. I am one of the fortunate one's that made it through with out
losing anything except some time, but my heart goes out to all that did and
I want to send you all a message that I am here for you, and I know other
hams are as well. The Hobby is more that just the gear I bought from Yaesu,
its an amazing community full of the best people I have ever been associate
with.



Thank You and God Bless,
Jeff
KG5LRP
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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Jeffery MacMillian via BVARC]

Good Evening to All,

I hope everyone is safe and dry. I know some have lost so much in this
horrible tragedy. I am looking forward to the bounce back and recovery
phase. If anyone needs any assistance, I will do what I can to help and
that is a standing offer.

This is a great topic for Hams to grid their brains. I am sure we will get
some great feed back like Joe's.


My cousin in a paramedic and we use to listen to him while he was at work
for years. I have always own some sort of Police Scanner for as long as I
can remember.

In the navy we listened to everything and I took on the opinion that if you
didn't want people to listen on what you put out on the air waves, then you
would encrypt it.

Trunking make these a bit tricky, but can be over come. Old analog cell
phones and cordless phone were horrible and almost as bad as the old POTS
Party lines the used out in the country.

Just like all of our other rights, The right to Privacy comes with the
obligation that you keep thing private on your part. Transmissions, Email,
Facebook, and the likes are not what I would ever consider as private.

We are limited in the bands on what we can operate on, but very unlimited
on what we can receive. What ever laws are out there are very hard to
enforce for transmits much less  the receive side. If I use the information
in an obvious manner I am sure there could be consequences. Listening in on
Heroes at work I would hardly call a capitol offense. They have the means
to keep people out when they need to and I am sure they don't care a the
moment, they have more important things to do.


I don't like to beat a dead Horse, but I don't mind riding one for a bit.
:)


Thank You and Stay Safe,
Jeff
KG5LRP



On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 10:20 PM, Jo Keener via BVARC 
wrote:

> Listening in
>
> How do you think that tv news folks get the location of events.  I have
> been monitoring cops and fire calls for so long ran out of toes and fingers
> to count the years.
>
>
> On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 8:06 PM, Bruce via BVARC  wrote:
>
>> congress passed a law prohibiting listening to analog cell phone calls
>> when someone published a congressmans phone conversation.  if i remember
>> this was in the 800 mhz band.  the early serial numbers of the icom w32a
>> were capable ot tuning where it should not.  later after law was passed
>> icom had to block the freqs.
>>
>> 73...bruce
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Aug 30, 2017, at 7:54 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC 
>> wrote:
>>
>> Negative on the tone.  And it is AM
>>
>> Best Regards,
>> Rodney J. Martinez
>> Intellitech Automation, Inc.
>> IS Networld Vendor
>> 832-423-5640 <(832)%20423-5640> (Cellphone)
>> 8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
>> KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, August 30, 2017 4:08 PM, Jo Keener via BVARC <
>> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> If you want to listen in I can loan you a Uniden scanner and also program
>> for what you are interested in
>>
>> Jo.L. Keener KE7NSB
>>
>> On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 3:52 PM, Tom Watson via BVARC 
>> wrote:
>>
>> Someone may correct me on this, but except for a period during WW I, I
>> don't think there has ever been a law prohibiting the use of a receiver at
>> any frequency. Even if there were, it would be difficult to enfource.
>>
>> Tom Watson, WZ8Q
>>
>> On Aug 29, 2017 7:13 AM, "Gayle Dotts via BVARC"  wrote:
>>
>> Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up
>> scanner frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down
>> but heard nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in
>> since we are in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?
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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC]

Mr. Watson, 
Regarding the use of a scanner in your home, you are somewhat correct. There 
were/are laws ( very difficult to enforce ) covering the 800 Mhz. band enacted 
when a political scandal involved the use of a scanner to listen in to what 
someone else thought was a 'private' telephone call ( back when 800 Mhz. was 
unencoded and frequently scanned ). I still have a scanner that Uniden made 
with reference to 'Law Enforcement' listening, meaning that only law 
enforcement and a few others were supposed to listen in on the 800 Mhz. band. 
Scanners built since around 1990 exclude the 800 Mhz. range which was used for 
telephones, yet technically other receivers may be easily modified to do this- 
just not resold en-masse. Since most telephones are now using 'digital modes' 
and are on other frequency bands- you would probably only hear babies talking 
on low VHF ( near 50 Mhz. ), but there could be exceptions. 
As to the use of a radio in your vehicle, even scanners are theoretically 
legally a problem in many states. The laws often cover any radio which might be 
able to listen in on law enforcement frequencies, or detect radar used for 
traffic speed enforcement. While it may be possible for you to 'listen-in' on 
certain frequencies, having your radio tuned to any public safety frequency 
without the same 'APCO' style legal permission form that most agencies use 
might get you in a big bunch of trouble. Of course, that assumes that there was 
reason for the officer to believe you were 'listening in'. Should you be 
stopped for a burnt signal lamp, etc.- it might be easy to overhear. Reaching 
down to adjust the volume might not be wise, as they always wonder what you 
might be reaching for. 
On the subject of mobile listening, in many states you may not legally cover 
both ears unless you are deemed 'hearing handicapped'. While you see this all 
the time, I can tell you first hand that a certain officer in Minnesota once 
gave me a ticket for listening to my amateur radio with a single-ear headset. 
He was unaware that amateur radio operators are also allowed to cover one ear, 
thus my citation was not filed ( I just carried a copy in to his station, and 
he ripped up the original copy ). Had it been a two-ear headset, the citation 
would have been processed- despite my license and assignment delivering 
public-safety modems that day. 
You might also want to talk to amateur radio operators in Sugar Land Texas 
about operating while mobile. There are new laws regarding distracted driving 
which may soon also apply in Houston. 

73 de KB0MNM 

- Original Message -

From: "Tom Watson via BVARC"  
To: "BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB"  
Cc: "Tom Watson"  
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 3:52:10 PM 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF 

Someone may correct me on this, but except for a period during WW I, I don't 
think there has ever been a law prohibiting the use of a receiver at any 
frequency. Even if there were, it would be difficult to enfource. 

Tom Watson, WZ8Q 

On Aug 29, 2017 7:13 AM, "Gayle Dotts via BVARC" < bvarc@bvarc.org > wrote: 



Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios? I looked up scanner 
frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down but heard 
nothing. Maybe it's blocked somehow. Just wanting to listen in since we are in 
all this hurricane and flooded event situation. Any advise? 

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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Jo Keener via BVARC]

Listening in

How do you think that tv news folks get the location of events.  I have
been monitoring cops and fire calls for so long ran out of toes and fingers
to count the years.


On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 8:06 PM, Bruce via BVARC  wrote:

> congress passed a law prohibiting listening to analog cell phone calls
> when someone published a congressmans phone conversation.  if i remember
> this was in the 800 mhz band.  the early serial numbers of the icom w32a
> were capable ot tuning where it should not.  later after law was passed
> icom had to block the freqs.
>
> 73...bruce
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Aug 30, 2017, at 7:54 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Negative on the tone.  And it is AM
>
> Best Regards,
> Rodney J. Martinez
> Intellitech Automation, Inc.
> IS Networld Vendor
> 832-423-5640 <(832)%20423-5640> (Cellphone)
> 8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
> KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)
>
>
> On Wednesday, August 30, 2017 4:08 PM, Jo Keener via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
> If you want to listen in I can loan you a Uniden scanner and also program
> for what you are interested in
>
> Jo.L. Keener KE7NSB
>
> On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 3:52 PM, Tom Watson via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Someone may correct me on this, but except for a period during WW I, I
> don't think there has ever been a law prohibiting the use of a receiver at
> any frequency. Even if there were, it would be difficult to enfource.
>
> Tom Watson, WZ8Q
>
> On Aug 29, 2017 7:13 AM, "Gayle Dotts via BVARC"  wrote:
>
> Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up
> scanner frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down
> but heard nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in
> since we are in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?
>
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[BVARC] Hurricane Harvey

[Randy Pugh via BVARC]

Just wanted you all to know I am thinking and praying for you.I am in Fort
Smith Arkansas.My home in Rosenberg is flooded so I wont be back until it
is safe to do so.Take Care and keep in touch.Randy
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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Bruce via BVARC]

congress passed a law prohibiting listening to analog cell phone calls when 
someone published a congressmans phone conversation.  if i remember this was in 
the 800 mhz band.  the early serial numbers of the icom w32a were capable ot 
tuning where it should not.  later after law was passed icom had to block the 
freqs. 

73...bruce

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 30, 2017, at 7:54 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC  wrote:

Negative on the tone.  And it is AM
 
Best Regards,
Rodney J. Martinez
Intellitech Automation, Inc.
IS Networld Vendor
832-423-5640 (Cellphone)
8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)


On Wednesday, August 30, 2017 4:08 PM, Jo Keener via BVARC  
wrote:


If you want to listen in I can loan you a Uniden scanner and also program for 
what you are interested in

Jo.L. Keener KE7NSB

On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 3:52 PM, Tom Watson via BVARC  wrote:
Someone may correct me on this, but except for a period during WW I, I don't 
think there has ever been a law prohibiting the use of a receiver at any 
frequency. Even if there were, it would be difficult to enfource.

Tom Watson, WZ8Q

On Aug 29, 2017 7:13 AM, "Gayle Dotts via BVARC"  wrote:
Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up scanner 
frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down but heard 
nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in since we are 
in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?

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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Jo Keener via BVARC]

If you want to listen in I can loan you a Uniden scanner and also program
for what you are interested in

Jo.L. Keener KE7NSB

On Wed, Aug 30, 2017 at 3:52 PM, Tom Watson via BVARC 
wrote:

> Someone may correct me on this, but except for a period during WW I, I
> don't think there has ever been a law prohibiting the use of a receiver at
> any frequency. Even if there were, it would be difficult to enfource.
>
> Tom Watson, WZ8Q
>
> On Aug 29, 2017 7:13 AM, "Gayle Dotts via BVARC"  wrote:
>
>> Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up
>> scanner frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down
>> but heard nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in
>> since we are in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?
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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Tom Watson via BVARC]

Someone may correct me on this, but except for a period during WW I, I
don't think there has ever been a law prohibiting the use of a receiver at
any frequency. Even if there were, it would be difficult to enfource.

Tom Watson, WZ8Q

On Aug 29, 2017 7:13 AM, "Gayle Dotts via BVARC"  wrote:

> Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up
> scanner frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down
> but heard nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in
> since we are in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?
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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Roy Storey via BVARC]

Been listening to approach control (helicopters ect.) 123.800 AM..



Roy Storey W5TKZ -- 73


On Tue, Aug 29, 2017 at 7:13 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC 
wrote:

> Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up
> scanner frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down
> but heard nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in
> since we are in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?
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Re: [BVARC] Cheaper Rainfal gauge, etc.

[Scott Medbury via BVARC]

Yes,
Went to Casper for the eclipse. Will confirm SO-50 for pass just before the 
eclipse from DN62. Then went to SD and several National Parks and monuments 
before going to Fort Laramie.

Flight Saturday evening from Denver was cancelled to we asked at the Denver 
airport if they had anything else coming back to Houston. They said only one 
flight by way of Oklahoma City connecting to Hobby. We told them we would take 
that.

That flight turned out to be the last flight into Houston. Strange flying into 
an empty as airport. BTW, my bag still has not made it. It was found in Dallas.

73 ... Scott KD5FBA

Sent from my Verizon 4G LTE Droid
On Aug 30, 2017 1:16 PM, Bruce via BVARC  wrote:
>
> got back from fun at eclipse and get to participate in this. werent you 
> lucky. 
>
> 73...bruce
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> On Aug 30, 2017, at 12:51 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC  wrote:
>
> I have a calibrated glass one and an electronic rain gauge. Neither is 
> perfect, but I recorded a total of 48.00"
>
> There are always other factors at work like wind and proximity to structures 
> and vegetation.
>
> Scott KD5FBA
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> On Aug 30, 2017 12:24 PM, Jon “KF5TFJ” Noxon via BVARC  
> wrote:
>>
>> The end all rain gauge: http://www.weather.gov/iwx/coop_8inch
>>
>>> On Aug 30, 2017, at 12:20 PM, Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC 
>>>  wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi John,
>>> The only problem with the funnel is that it complicates the math. The large 
>>> aperature to smaller measuring helps keep some of the evaporation from 
>>> being a factor.
>>> Since these are typically checked daily by the pros, it is more about 
>>> saying that the method can get better resolution of fractions.
>>>
>>> I have never heard of a better method than the 5-gallon bucket ( not used 
>>> by pros for the reason above )- but there may be one.
>>> It might also make calibration of the cylinder easier, with a well-measured 
>>> and waterproof stick.
>>> If expense were not an issue, you could use a large clear-glass beaker and 
>>> ignore the curved bottom. Then 'unwanted critters' could clearly be seen.
>>> You might consider putting the brick on either end of the handle of that 
>>> pail, if you consider that it absorbs a little water.
>>>
>>> 73 de KB0MNM- Jon
>>>
>>> BTW- We *used* Davis anemometers for wind speed and direction. They work 
>>> fine with new bearings replaced annually for precision. The direction can 
>>> last for a few years.
>>> I have no financial interest in Davis, and this situation for my previous 
>>> employer ( MnDOT/NWS/DHS ) may have changed.
>>>
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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[SETX Telecom via BVARC]

Aircraft do not use PL tones...all AM and open

Chris

On Aug 30, 2017 2:13 PM, "Gayle Dotts via BVARC"  wrote:

> And the "Spectre" (actually a small spy plane used by Border Patrol I
> think).  It is circling over Houston.
> 123.450 MHz AM.
>
> Does that 123.450 have a + or - and a PL tone??
> Gayle
> KF5LVZ
>
> On Tue, Aug 29, 2017 at 12:22 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>> You can listen in on the inter-chopper comms on:
>> 51.900 MHz
>>
>> And the "Spectre" (actually a small spy plane used by Border Patrol I
>> think).  It is circling over Houston.
>> 123.450 MHz AM
>>
>> Best Regards,
>> Rodney J. Martinez
>> Intellitech Automation, Inc.
>> IS Networld Vendor
>> 832-423-5640 <(832)%20423-5640> (Cellphone)
>> 8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
>> KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, August 29, 2017 12:10 PM, Dwayne Jones via BVARC <
>> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Just stay with the name brand radios ( Alinco, Icom, Kenwood, Yeasu Not
>> in that order but one of those) and you should be fine.
>>
>> Dwayne
>> KB5YTA
>>
>> On Tue, Aug 29, 2017 at 11:39 AM, Paul Noll via BVARC 
>> wrote:
>>
>> I'm looking to buy a good HT. 2 meter band, not much need for a dual band
>> at this point. Could someone recommend a good one. Kenwood K20A looks good
>> or maybe a Yaesu or icom ? Suggestions, pros, cons, any experience with
>> these ?
>>
>> Thanks !!!
>>
>> Paul Noll
>> KG5MHD
>> Love your pets, they want and deserve it !!!
>>
>> On Aug 29, 2017, at 9:37 AM, rodney martinez via BVARC 
>> wrote:
>>
>> Ive been monitoring just the Southwest HPD dispatch during this whole
>> storm window.  We are not seeing it on TV, but burglaries and looting have
>> been relentless since the water started going down.  They are backed up at
>> least a couple dozen calls this morning.  Even the Valero's near Chimney
>> Rock and North Braeswood has been looted, and it serves as sort of a
>> staging area the police stay at regularly.  I was told that even the
>> Beldens grocery store got looted, but I have not verified this.  Walked the
>> area and saw they have barricaded the doors at Beldens with stacks of
>> pallets, and a sign on front saying Armed Guard Inside.  Dont even think
>> that it is all peaceful out there.
>>
>> Best Regards,
>> Rodney J. Martinez
>> Intellitech Automation, Inc.
>> IS Networld Vendor
>> 832-423-5640 (Cellphone)
>> 8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
>> KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:03 AM, Ravi Patrick Ratnala via BVARC <
>> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>>
>>
>> Completely legal, but most services have moved to trunking systems on
>> 800-900 MHz.  You'll need a trunk tracking radio to keep up, but you can
>> get "bits and pieces" just by scanning those freqs with an old fashioned
>> scanner (if you have those bands covered).
>>
>> It's also legal for police to encrypt channels if necessary, and you'll
>> find that tactical freqs are often encrypted accordingly.  But the vast
>> majority is open for the public to hear.
>>
>> This is the radio I have, covers all those systems and more:
>>
>> https://www.amazon.com/Uniden- BCD436HP-HomePatrol-Digital-
>> Handheld/dp/B00I33XDAK
>> 
>>
>> 73,
>> KF5YHP
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> > On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:13 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC 
>> wrote:
>> >
>> > Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up
>> scanner frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down
>> but heard nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in
>> since we are in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?
>> > __ _
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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[Gayle Dotts via BVARC]

And the "Spectre" (actually a small spy plane used by Border Patrol I
think).  It is circling over Houston.
123.450 MHz AM.

Does that 123.450 have a + or - and a PL tone??
Gayle
KF5LVZ

On Tue, Aug 29, 2017 at 12:22 PM, rodney martinez via BVARC  wrote:

> You can listen in on the inter-chopper comms on:
> 51.900 MHz
>
> And the "Spectre" (actually a small spy plane used by Border Patrol I
> think).  It is circling over Houston.
> 123.450 MHz AM
>
> Best Regards,
> Rodney J. Martinez
> Intellitech Automation, Inc.
> IS Networld Vendor
> 832-423-5640 <(832)%20423-5640> (Cellphone)
> 8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
> KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)
>
>
> On Tuesday, August 29, 2017 12:10 PM, Dwayne Jones via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
> Just stay with the name brand radios ( Alinco, Icom, Kenwood, Yeasu Not in
> that order but one of those) and you should be fine.
>
> Dwayne
> KB5YTA
>
> On Tue, Aug 29, 2017 at 11:39 AM, Paul Noll via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> I'm looking to buy a good HT. 2 meter band, not much need for a dual band
> at this point. Could someone recommend a good one. Kenwood K20A looks good
> or maybe a Yaesu or icom ? Suggestions, pros, cons, any experience with
> these ?
>
> Thanks !!!
>
> Paul Noll
> KG5MHD
> Love your pets, they want and deserve it !!!
>
> On Aug 29, 2017, at 9:37 AM, rodney martinez via BVARC 
> wrote:
>
> Ive been monitoring just the Southwest HPD dispatch during this whole
> storm window.  We are not seeing it on TV, but burglaries and looting have
> been relentless since the water started going down.  They are backed up at
> least a couple dozen calls this morning.  Even the Valero's near Chimney
> Rock and North Braeswood has been looted, and it serves as sort of a
> staging area the police stay at regularly.  I was told that even the
> Beldens grocery store got looted, but I have not verified this.  Walked the
> area and saw they have barricaded the doors at Beldens with stacks of
> pallets, and a sign on front saying Armed Guard Inside.  Dont even think
> that it is all peaceful out there.
>
> Best Regards,
> Rodney J. Martinez
> Intellitech Automation, Inc.
> IS Networld Vendor
> 832-423-5640 (Cellphone)
> 8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
> KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)
>
>
> On Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:03 AM, Ravi Patrick Ratnala via BVARC <
> bvarc@bvarc.org> wrote:
>
>
> Completely legal, but most services have moved to trunking systems on
> 800-900 MHz.  You'll need a trunk tracking radio to keep up, but you can
> get "bits and pieces" just by scanning those freqs with an old fashioned
> scanner (if you have those bands covered).
>
> It's also legal for police to encrypt channels if necessary, and you'll
> find that tactical freqs are often encrypted accordingly.  But the vast
> majority is open for the public to hear.
>
> This is the radio I have, covers all those systems and more:
>
> https://www.amazon.com/Uniden- BCD436HP-HomePatrol-Digital-
> Handheld/dp/B00I33XDAK
> 
>
> 73,
> KF5YHP
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:13 AM, Gayle Dotts via BVARC 
> wrote:
> >
> > Out of curiosity is it allowed to listen in on our radios?  I looked up
> scanner frequencies of 460.XXX range with a PL123.0 and scanned up and down
> but heard nothing.  Maybe it's blocked somehow.  Just wanting to listen in
> since we are in all this hurricane and flooded event situation.  Any advise?
> > __ _
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> > BVARC@bvarc.org
> > http://mail.bvarc.org/mailman/ listinfo/bvarc_bvarc.org
> 
> > Message delivered to ratnala...@gmail.com
>
>
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[BVARC] FW: CW OPEN

[NIzar Mullani via BVARC]

This weekend. 

 

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It is time to get your team registered, rigs and antennas tested and final 
touches made to your logging software of choice.  Yes, this is also labor day 
weekend, but the CW Open is Friday night and Saturday.  That leaves all day 
Sunday and Monday for the end of summer picnics and family fun times.
 
If you have participated in the weekly CWT events you already know how much fun 
this can be.  Fire up your rigs, join the fun and make some Qs.   You don’t 
need tons of aluminum in the air and KWs of power – low power and dipoles work 
just fine for this event.   That is true even at this point in the solar cycle.
 
For additional information please refer to the CW Open website info:

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Re: [BVARC] Cheaper Rainfal gauge, etc.

[Jon “KF5TFJ” Noxon via BVARC]

It occurs to me that Texas Nautical Repair may have weather instruments. It has 
been many years since I visited them.

Jon KF5TFJ
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Re: [BVARC] Cheaper Rainfal gauge, etc.

[Bruce via BVARC]

got back from fun at eclipse and get to participate in this.  werent you lucky. 

73...bruce

Sent from my iPhone

On Aug 30, 2017, at 12:51 PM, Scott Medbury via BVARC  wrote:

I have a calibrated glass one and an electronic rain gauge. Neither is perfect, 
but I recorded a total of 48.00"

There are always other factors at work like wind and proximity to structures 
and vegetation.

Scott KD5FBA

Sent from my Verizon 4G LTE Droid
On Aug 30, 2017 12:24 PM, Jon “KF5TFJ” Noxon via BVARC   wrote:
The end all rain gauge: http://www.weather.gov/iwx/coop_8inch

On Aug 30, 2017, at 12:20 PM, Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC  
wrote:

Hi John,
The only problem with the funnel is that it complicates the math. The large 
aperature to smaller measuring helps keep some of the evaporation from being a 
factor.
Since these are typically checked daily by the pros, it is more about saying 
that the method can get better resolution of fractions.

I have never heard of a better method than the 5-gallon bucket ( not used by 
pros for the reason above )- but there may be one.
It might also make calibration of the cylinder easier, with a well-measured and 
waterproof stick.
If expense were not an issue, you could use a large clear-glass beaker and 
ignore the curved bottom. Then 'unwanted critters' could clearly be seen.
You might consider putting the brick on either end of the handle of that pail, 
if you consider that it absorbs a little water.

73 de KB0MNM- Jon

BTW- We *used* Davis anemometers for wind speed and direction. They work fine 
with new bearings replaced annually for precision. The direction can last for a 
few years.
I have no financial interest in Davis, and this situation for my previous 
employer ( MnDOT/NWS/DHS ) may have changed.

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Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[Bruce via BVARC]

glad you are ok.  just think, had you still had the attium you would have had 
your own aquarium.  we went to dallas.  power was off at our house from monday 
until today. road in is flooded.  we should be able to go back in tomorrow.  
our evacuation trip all paid by our insurance.  food, hotel and gas. not bad. 
my adjuster is in bakersfield, ca.  just got to email all my receipts.  also 
get $500 for food spoilage.  

73...bruce

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On Aug 30, 2017, at 12:48 PM, Allen F. Mattis via BVARC  wrote:

My final rainfall measurement for Hurricane Harvey is 23.51 inches over the 7 
days we received rainfall.  I have a rain gauge that I acquired from the NWS 
when I lived in Tulsa and was a weather spotter for them.  My QTH is in 
Meyerland near the SW corner of the 610 Loop.  Water was within inches of 
coming into our house.  We are within the 500-year flood plain.

Allen N5AFV  

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Re: [BVARC] Cheaper Rainfal gauge, etc.

[Scott Medbury via BVARC]

I have a calibrated glass one and an electronic rain gauge. Neither is perfect, but I recorded a total of 48.00"There are always other factors at work like wind and proximity to structures and vegetation.Scott KD5FBASent from my Verizon 4G LTE DroidOn Aug 30, 2017 12:24 PM, Jon “KF5TFJ” Noxon via BVARC	  wrote:The end all rain gauge: http://www.weather.gov/iwx/coop_8inchOn Aug 30, 2017, at 12:20 PM, Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC  wrote:Hi John,  The only problem with the funnel is that it complicates the math. The large aperature to smaller measuring helps keep some of the evaporation from being a factor.Since these are typically checked daily by the pros, it is more about saying that the method can get better resolution of fractions.I have never heard of a better method than the 5-gallon bucket ( not used by pros for the reason above )- but there may be one.It might also make calibration of the cylinder easier, with a well-measured and waterproof stick.If expense were not an issue, you could use a large clear-glass beaker and ignore the curved bottom. Then 'unwanted critters' could clearly be seen.You might consider putting the brick on either end of the handle of that pail, if you consider that it absorbs a little water.73 de KB0MNM- JonBTW- We *used* Davis anemometers for wind speed and direction. They work fine with new bearings replaced annually for precision. The direction can last for a few years.I have no financial interest in Davis, and this situation for my previous employer ( MnDOT/NWS/DHS ) may have changed.___
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[BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[Allen F. Mattis via BVARC]

My final rainfall measurement for Hurricane Harvey is 23.51 inches 
over the 7 days we received rainfall.  I have a rain gauge that I 
acquired from the NWS when I lived in Tulsa and was a weather spotter 
for them.  My QTH is in Meyerland near the SW corner of the 610 
Loop.  Water was within inches of coming into our house.  We are 
within the 500-year flood plain.


Allen N5AFV  



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Re: [BVARC] Cheaper Rainfal gauge, etc.

[Jon “KF5TFJ” Noxon via BVARC]

The end all rain gauge: http://www.weather.gov/iwx/coop_8inch 


> On Aug 30, 2017, at 12:20 PM, Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC 
>  wrote:
> 
> Hi John,
>   The only problem with the funnel is that it complicates the math. The large 
> aperature to smaller measuring helps keep some of the evaporation from being 
> a factor.
> Since these are typically checked daily by the pros, it is more about saying 
> that the method can get better resolution of fractions.
> 
> I have never heard of a better method than the 5-gallon bucket ( not used by 
> pros for the reason above )- but there may be one.
> It might also make calibration of the cylinder easier, with a well-measured 
> and waterproof stick.
> If expense were not an issue, you could use a large clear-glass beaker and 
> ignore the curved bottom. Then 'unwanted critters' could clearly be seen.
> You might consider putting the brick on either end of the handle of that 
> pail, if you consider that it absorbs a little water.
> 
> 73 de KB0MNM- Jon
> 
> BTW- We *used* Davis anemometers for wind speed and direction. They work fine 
> with new bearings replaced annually for precision. The direction can last for 
> a few years.
> I have no financial interest in Davis, and this situation for my previous 
> employer ( MnDOT/NWS/DHS ) may have changed.
> 
> From: "John Parmalee via BVARC" 
> To: bvarc@bvarc.org
> Cc: jparma...@aol.com
> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:53:36 AM
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall
> 
> I think part of an accurate reading is an large aperture.  If i recall one on 
> Mt Wilson was about 10" in diameter and had what looked like a foot of snow 
> fence about 18" above and around it to at least have the droplets coming 
> straight down at the funnel. I recall the catch container was 1/10th of the 
> diameter of the funnel and they had a yard stick that was calibrated in very 
> expanded inches.
> 
> I like the idea of the graduated cylinder, that would work with my funnel on 
> the roof contraption.  What is the problem with the funnel?
> 
> John Parmalee
> jparma...@aol.com 
> 281-380-3811
> K5VGM WI2XLJ
> In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:42:49 AM Central Standard Time, 
> bvarc@bvarc.org writes:
> 
> The funnel complicates the issue I think..  K5 HEC
> 
> Sent from my iPad
> 
> On Aug 30, 2017, at 11:39 AM, John Parmalee via BVARC  > wrote:
> 
> Well here in Hockley I put a five gallon bucket with a brick in it in the 
> middle of the yard.  I had to empty it once and almost again for a total of 
> 26.5"  I took the brick out to measure.  I have always thought I would like 
> to have a funnel on the roof and a tube leading to a calibrated container in 
> the house. 
> 
> John Parmalee
> jparma...@aol.com 
> 281-380-3811
> K5VGM WI2XLJ
> In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:10:15 AM Central Standard Time, 
> bvarc@bvarc.org  writes:
> 
> I have the same setup. The Vantage Pro 2 is complete with instruments and
> wireless display. The instruments are mounted on the tower at about 20
> feet. The display is in the office. I also bought the Vantage VUE wireless
> display, which works with the Pro. It is located in the shack. I have the
> Internet cable so I can see what is happening while out of town:
> http://www.weatherlink.com/user/kdutson/index.php?view=main=1 
> 
> 
> Click the Summary tab to see the storm rainfall total. It reads a bit less
> than two other manual rain gauges here. Davis says that is likely caused by
> being mounted close to a tower leg. I am looking for a stand-off bracket to
> make the reading more accurate.
> 
> 73, Keith NM5G
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org 
> ] On Behalf Of Michael Mustachia
> via BVARC
> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49 AM
> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB  >
> Cc: Michael Mustachia >
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall
> 
> I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue
> $269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New
> Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are
> very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in
> a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing
> rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the
> actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of
> seesaw with cups on each end.
> 
> Mike Mustachia
> KF5PHA
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC
> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM
> To: BRAZOS 

Re: [BVARC] Cheaper Rainfal gauge, etc.

[Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC]

Hi John, 
The only problem with the funnel is that it complicates the math. The large 
aperature to smaller measuring helps keep some of the evaporation from being a 
factor. 
Since these are typically checked daily by the pros, it is more about saying 
that the method can get better resolution of fractions. 

I have never heard of a better method than the 5-gallon bucket ( not used by 
pros for the reason above )- but there may be one. 
It might also make calibration of the cylinder easier, with a well-measured and 
waterproof stick. 
If expense were not an issue, you could use a large clear-glass beaker and 
ignore the curved bottom. Then 'unwanted critters' could clearly be seen. 
You might consider putting the brick on either end of the handle of that pail, 
if you consider that it absorbs a little water. 

73 de KB0MNM- Jon 

BTW- We *used* Davis anemometers for wind speed and direction. They work fine 
with new bearings replaced annually for precision. The direction can last for a 
few years. 
I have no financial interest in Davis, and this situation for my previous 
employer ( MnDOT/NWS/DHS ) may have changed. 

- Original Message -

From: "John Parmalee via BVARC"  
To: bvarc@bvarc.org 
Cc: jparma...@aol.com 
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 11:53:36 AM 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall 

I think part of an accurate reading is an large aperture. If i recall one on Mt 
Wilson was about 10" in diameter and had what looked like a foot of snow fence 
about 18" above and around it to at least have the droplets coming straight 
down at the funnel. I recall the catch container was 1/10th of the diameter of 
the funnel and they had a yard stick that was calibrated in very expanded 
inches. 

I like the idea of the graduated cylinder, that would work with my funnel on 
the roof contraption. What is the problem with the funnel? 

John Parmalee 
jparma...@aol.com 
281-380-3811 
K5VGM WI2XLJ 
In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:42:49 AM Central Standard Time, bvarc@bvarc.org 
writes: 




The funnel complicates the issue I think.. K5 HEC 

Sent from my iPad 

On Aug 30, 2017, at 11:39 AM, John Parmalee via BVARC < bvarc@bvarc.org > 
wrote: 




Well here in Hockley I put a five gallon bucket with a brick in it in the 
middle of the yard. I had to empty it once and almost again for a total of 
26.5" I took the brick out to measure. I have always thought I would like to 
have a funnel on the roof and a tube leading to a calibrated container in the 
house. 

John Parmalee 
jparma...@aol.com 
281-380-3811 
K5VGM WI2XLJ 
In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:10:15 AM Central Standard Time, bvarc@bvarc.org 
writes: 



I have the same setup. The Vantage Pro 2 is complete with instruments and 
wireless display. The instruments are mounted on the tower at about 20 
feet. The display is in the office. I also bought the Vantage VUE wireless 
display, which works with the Pro. It is located in the shack. I have the 
Internet cable so I can see what is happening while out of town: 
http://www.weatherlink.com/user/kdutson/index.php?view=main=1 

Click the Summary tab to see the storm rainfall total. It reads a bit less 
than two other manual rain gauges here. Davis says that is likely caused by 
being mounted close to a tower leg. I am looking for a stand-off bracket to 
make the reading more accurate. 

73, Keith NM5G 

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From: BVARC [ mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org ] On Behalf Of Michael Mustachia 
via BVARC 
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49 AM 
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB < bvarc@bvarc.org > 
Cc: Michael Mustachia < mmustac...@att.net > 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall 

I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue 
$269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New 
Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are 
very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in 
a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing 
rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the 
actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of 
seesaw with cups on each end. 

Mike Mustachia 
KF5PHA 

-Original Message- 
From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC 
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM 
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall 

Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the small 
plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.? 

Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their 
annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.) 

73 

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX 

No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning. 

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On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote: 

> I am at approximately 32" in League City. No water in the 

Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[John Parmalee via BVARC]

I think part of an accurate reading is an large aperture.  If i recall one on 
Mt Wilson was about 10" in diameter and had what looked like a foot of snow 
fence about 18" above and around it to at least have the droplets coming 
straight down at the funnel. I recall the catch container was 1/10th of the 
diameter of the funnel and they had a yard stick that was calibrated in very 
expanded inches. 
 
I like the idea of the graduated cylinder, that would work with my funnel on 
the roof contraption.  What is the problem with the funnel?
 
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In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:42:49 AM Central Standard Time, bvarc@bvarc.org 
writes:

 
The funnel complicates the issue I think..  K5 HEC

Sent from my iPad

On Aug 30, 2017, at 11:39 AM, John Parmalee via BVARC  wrote:


Well here in Hockley I put a five gallon bucket with a brick in it in the 
middle of the yard.  I had to empty it once and almost again for a total of 
26.5"  I took the brick out to measure.  I have always thought I would like to 
have a funnel on the roof and a tube leading to a calibrated container in the 
house. 

 
John Parmalee
jparma...@aol.com
281-380-3811

K5VGM WI2XLJ
In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:10:15 AM Central Standard Time, 
bvarc@bvarc.org writes:
 
 I have the same setup. The Vantage Pro 2 is complete with instruments and
wireless display. The instruments are mounted on the tower at about 20
feet. The display is in the office. I also bought the Vantage VUE wireless
display, which works with the Pro. It is located in the shack. I have the
Internet cable so I can see what is happening while out of town:
http://www.weatherlink.com/user/kdutson/index.php?view=main=1

Click the Summary tab to see the storm rainfall total. It reads a bit less
than two other manual rain gauges here. Davis says that is likely caused by
being mounted close to a tower leg. I am looking for a stand-off bracket to
make the reading more accurate.

73, Keith NM5G

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From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Michael Mustachia
via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Michael Mustachia 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue
$269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New
Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are
very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in
a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing
rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the
actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of
seesaw with cups on each end.

Mike Mustachia
KF5PHA

-Original Message-
From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the small
plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.?

Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their
annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.)

73

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX

No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning.

---

On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote:

> I am at approximately 32" in League City. No water in the house, 
> still have power, etc.
> Be safe all.
> 73
> Leslie , ad5wb
>
>> On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC" 
>>  wrote:
>>
>> As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from 
>> Hurricane Havey.
>>
>> Allen N5AFV
>>
>>
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Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[DAVID M GRAY JR via BVARC]

Sent from my iPad

> On Aug 30, 2017, at 11:42 AM, DAVID M GRAY JR via BVARC  
> wrote:
> 
> The funnel complicates the issue I think..  K5 HEC
> 
> Sent from my iPad
> 
>> On Aug 30, 2017, at 11:39 AM, John Parmalee via BVARC  
>> wrote:
>> 
>> Well here in Hockley I put a five gallon bucket with a brick in it in the 
>> middle of the yard.  I had to empty it once and almost again for a total of 
>> 26.5"  I took the brick out to measure.  I have always thought I would like 
>> to have a funnel on the roof and a tube leading to a calibrated container in 
>> the house. 
>> 
>> John Parmalee
>> jparma...@aol.com
>> 281-380-3811
>> K5VGM WI2XLJ
>> In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:10:15 AM Central Standard Time, 
>> bvarc@bvarc.org writes:
>> 
>> I have the same setup. The Vantage Pro 2 is complete with instruments and
>> wireless display. The instruments are mounted on the tower at about 20
>> feet. The display is in the office. I also bought the Vantage VUE wireless
>> display, which works with the Pro. It is located in the shack. I have the
>> Internet cable so I can see what is happening while out of town:
>> http://www.weatherlink.com/user/kdutson/index.php?view=main=1
>> 
>> Click the Summary tab to see the storm rainfall total. It reads a bit less
>> than two other manual rain gauges here. Davis says that is likely caused by
>> being mounted close to a tower leg. I am looking for a stand-off bracket to
>> make the reading more accurate.
>> 
>> 73, Keith NM5G
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Michael Mustachia
>> via BVARC
>> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49 AM
>> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
>> Cc: Michael Mustachia 
>> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall
>> 
>> I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue
>> $269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New
>> Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are
>> very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in
>> a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing
>> rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the
>> actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of
>> seesaw with cups on each end.
>> 
>> Mike Mustachia
>> KF5PHA
>> 
>> -Original Message-
>> From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC
>> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM
>> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
>> Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com
>> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall
>> 
>> Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the small
>> plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.?
>> 
>> Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their
>> annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.)
>> 
>> 73
>> 
>> Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX
>> 
>> No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning.
>> 
>> ---
>> 
>> On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote:
>> 
>> > I am at approximately 32" in League City. No water in the house, 
>> > still have power, etc.
>> > Be safe all.
>> > 73
>> > Leslie , ad5wb
>> >
>> >> On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC" 
>> >>  wrote:
>> >>
>> >> As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from 
>> >> Hurricane Havey.
>> >>
>> >> Allen N5AFV
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> _
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Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[DAVID M GRAY JR via BVARC]

The funnel complicates the issue I think..  K5 HEC

Sent from my iPad

> On Aug 30, 2017, at 11:39 AM, John Parmalee via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> Well here in Hockley I put a five gallon bucket with a brick in it in the 
> middle of the yard.  I had to empty it once and almost again for a total of 
> 26.5"  I took the brick out to measure.  I have always thought I would like 
> to have a funnel on the roof and a tube leading to a calibrated container in 
> the house. 
> 
> John Parmalee
> jparma...@aol.com
> 281-380-3811
> K5VGM WI2XLJ
> In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:10:15 AM Central Standard Time, 
> bvarc@bvarc.org writes:
> 
> I have the same setup. The Vantage Pro 2 is complete with instruments and
> wireless display. The instruments are mounted on the tower at about 20
> feet. The display is in the office. I also bought the Vantage VUE wireless
> display, which works with the Pro. It is located in the shack. I have the
> Internet cable so I can see what is happening while out of town:
> http://www.weatherlink.com/user/kdutson/index.php?view=main=1
> 
> Click the Summary tab to see the storm rainfall total. It reads a bit less
> than two other manual rain gauges here. Davis says that is likely caused by
> being mounted close to a tower leg. I am looking for a stand-off bracket to
> make the reading more accurate.
> 
> 73, Keith NM5G
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Michael Mustachia
> via BVARC
> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49 AM
> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
> Cc: Michael Mustachia 
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall
> 
> I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue
> $269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New
> Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are
> very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in
> a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing
> rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the
> actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of
> seesaw with cups on each end.
> 
> Mike Mustachia
> KF5PHA
> 
> -Original Message-
> From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC
> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM
> To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
> Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com
> Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall
> 
> Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the small
> plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.?
> 
> Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their
> annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.)
> 
> 73
> 
> Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX
> 
> No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning.
> 
> ---
> 
> On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote:
> 
> > I am at approximately 32" in League City. No water in the house, 
> > still have power, etc.
> > Be safe all.
> > 73
> > Leslie , ad5wb
> >
> >> On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC" 
> >>  wrote:
> >>
> >> As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from 
> >> Hurricane Havey.
> >>
> >> Allen N5AFV
> >>
> >>
> >> _
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Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[John Parmalee via BVARC]

Well here in Hockley I put a five gallon bucket with a brick in it in the 
middle of the yard.  I had to empty it once and almost again for a total of 
26.5"  I took the brick out to measure.  I have always thought I would like to 
have a funnel on the roof and a tube leading to a calibrated container in the 
house.  
 
John Parmalee
jparma...@aol.com
281-380-3811 
K5VGM WI2XLJ
In a message dated 8/30/2017 11:10:15 AM Central Standard Time, bvarc@bvarc.org 
writes:

 
 I have the same setup. The Vantage Pro 2 is complete with instruments and
wireless display. The instruments are mounted on the tower at about 20
feet. The display is in the office. I also bought the Vantage VUE wireless
display, which works with the Pro. It is located in the shack. I have the
Internet cable so I can see what is happening while out of town:
http://www.weatherlink.com/user/kdutson/index.php?view=main=1

Click the Summary tab to see the storm rainfall total. It reads a bit less
than two other manual rain gauges here. Davis says that is likely caused by
being mounted close to a tower leg. I am looking for a stand-off bracket to
make the reading more accurate.

73, Keith NM5G

-Original Message-
From: BVARC [mailto:bvarc-boun...@bvarc.org] On Behalf Of Michael Mustachia
via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Michael Mustachia 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue
$269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New
Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are
very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in
a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing
rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the
actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of
seesaw with cups on each end.

Mike Mustachia
KF5PHA

-Original Message-
From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the small
plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.?

Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their
annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.)

73

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX

No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning.

---

On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote:

> I am at approximately 32" in League City. No water in the house, 
> still have power, etc.
> Be safe all.
> 73
> Leslie , ad5wb
>
>> On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC" 
>>  wrote:
>>
>> As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from 
>> Hurricane Havey.
>>
>> Allen N5AFV
>>
>>
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Re: [BVARC] FYI measuring devices after Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC]

Some of the pros do as follows: ( be sure that you read steps 4 & 5 before 
proceeding )- 
1. Purchase a tall & sturdy "Graduated Cylinder" from a chemical supply house, 
yes, expensive in glass. Maybe our resident Chemist on the 146.94 repeater 
could help 
This needs to have fine markings, not just every 100 ML as the cheaper ones do. 
The 500 ML cylinder or greater is the norm. 
2. Attach a large funnel ( yet not overly large ) with or without a 'debris' 
screen above the cylinder. Thick plastic is the norm, yet UV safe ( black as a 
rule ). 
3. Mount the three items above in a place that is not covered by trees or other 
obstructions above, nor subject to updraft wind ( this means away from their 
homes by more than 15 feet ). 
4. Calculate the actual area of the funnel and apply some math to 'calibrate' 
the cylinder, or compare to others in the area for a few months ( the easier & 
less scientific method ). 
Hint: Use the number 3.1415926 ( Pi ) and the appropriate formula with 
conversion factors for millimeters, millileters ( not quarts) , and inches. 1 
inch is 2.54 centimeters. 
Pies are round, Pi Radius Squared may help you. 
5. Empty the gauge each day by inverting the system. Think about how you mount 
the cylinder and how well the funnel is attached. This is the worst part unless 
you are very dedicated... 

That makes the 'seesaw' type look better for non-commercial or non-government 
types. 

( Try Vaisala Systems if money is not an issue, tell 'em the guy who referred 
you used Surface Systems Inc. ( later called Quixote systems ) weather station 
equipment including Price Precip. sensors ). 
BTW- Price Precipitation sensors may no longer be in business. There were 
better systems that were less fragile... 



Jon L. Livingston, Electronics Technician 

17722 Fieldglen Drive ( SE of FM 529 & Barker Cypress Road ) 

Houston, Texas 77084 

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www.linkedin.com/in/jon-livingston for latest resume- needs updates... 

Previously employed by MnDOT and serviced approx. 12 Roadway Weather 
Information Systems in late fall to early winter- why? Farmer-plowed dirt at 
harvest time obscured visibility sensors until cleaned. 

- Original Message -

From: "Michael Mustachia via BVARC"  
To: "BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB"  
Cc: "Michael Mustachia"  
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49:05 AM 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall 

I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue 
$269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New 
Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are 
very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in 
a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing 
rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the 
actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of 
seesaw with cups on each end. 

Mike Mustachia 
KF5PHA 

-Original Message- 
From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC 
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM 
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall 

Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the 
small plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.? 

Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their 
annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.) 

73 

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX 

No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning. 

--- 

On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote: 

> I am at approximately 32" in League City. No water in the house, still 
> have power, etc. 
> Be safe all. 
> 73 
> Leslie , ad5wb 
> 
>> On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC" 
>>  wrote: 
>> 
>> As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from 
>> Hurricane Havey. 
>> 
>> Allen N5AFV 
>> 
>> 
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Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[Keith Dutson via BVARC]

I have the same setup.  The Vantage Pro 2 is complete with instruments and
wireless display.  The instruments are mounted on the tower at about 20
feet.  The display is in the office.  I also bought the Vantage VUE wireless
display, which works with the Pro.  It is located in the shack.  I have the
Internet cable so I can see what is happening while out of town:
http://www.weatherlink.com/user/kdutson/index.php?view=main=1

Click the Summary tab to see the storm rainfall total.  It reads a bit less
than two other manual rain gauges here.  Davis says that is likely caused by
being mounted close to a tower leg.  I am looking for a stand-off bracket to
make the reading more accurate.

73, Keith NM5G

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via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 10:49 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 
Cc: Michael Mustachia 
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue
$269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New
Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are
very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in
a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing
rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the
actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of
seesaw with cups on each end.

Mike Mustachia
KF5PHA

-Original Message-
From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the small
plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.?

Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their
annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.)

73

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX

No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning.

---

On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote:

> I am at approximately 32" in League City.  No water in the house, 
> still have power, etc.
> Be safe all.
> 73
> Leslie , ad5wb
>
>> On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC" 
>>  wrote:
>>
>> As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from 
>> Hurricane Havey.
>>
>> Allen N5AFV
>>
>>
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Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[Michael Mustachia via BVARC]

I have two weather stations. Davis Vantage Pro $459.99 and Davis Vantage Vue 
$269.99. I bought them from Scientific Sales Inc. I think they are in New 
Jersey. If I am remembering correctly no tax and no freight. They both are 
very good. The one think to realize about the rain gauge is very accurate in 
a steady rain. I have compared with Channel 2. However in a heavy or blowing 
rain the design of all of the gauges will now allow them to keep up with the 
actual amount of rainfall or the rate. The collector depends on a sort of 
seesaw with cups on each end.


Mike Mustachia
KF5PHA

-Original Message- 
From: D. Howard Bingham via BVARC

Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:19 AM
To: BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Cc: D. Howard Bingham ; ad...@yahoo.com
Subject: Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the
small plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.?

Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their
annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.)

73

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX

No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning.

---

On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote:

I am at approximately 32" in League City.  No water in the house, still 
have power, etc.

Be safe all.
73
Leslie , ad5wb

On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC" 
 wrote:


As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from 
Hurricane Havey.


Allen N5AFV


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Re: [BVARC] Disaster Assistance by FEMA

[Jeffrey Davis via BVARC]

I clicked disaster link and entered code and it worked. 
KF5HQE 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Aug 30, 2017, at 9:56 AM, Travis Burgess via BVARC  wrote:
> 
> Same result.
> 
> 
> 
> Travis
> 
> 
> -
> 
> No trees were harmed in the production of this message, however, a great many 
> electrons were
> 
> terribly inconvenienced.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> From: BVARC  on behalf of Jon Livingston kb0mnm via 
> BVARC 
> Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 8:36 AM
> To: BVARC, GMuller885---
> Cc: jkli...@comcast.net
> Subject: [BVARC] Fwd: Disaster Assistance by FEMA
>  
> Re: bad link to FEMA
> The link that Tim listed below can not be re-copied once connected without 
> that result. Sorry-
> ( Note that it is different from the .gov site another amateur operator 
> listed )
> Below is the original.
> 
> From: "Tim Bogott" 
> To: "Jon Livingston" 
> Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2017 10:36:06 AM
> Subject: Disaster Assistance by FEMA
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Sell
> Buy
> Blog
> Video Reviews
> 
> Dear Jon:
> 
> With many friends and family devastated by Hurricane Harvey, I wanted to 
> provide this important link to the Disaster Center Page for the guidelines to 
> submit a claim with FEMA since Texas has been declared a disaster area.  
> Please share this link with friends and family to help get the word out.
> 
> If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact me and I will 
> help the best I can.
> 
> Sincerely,
> Tim
> 
> Tim Bogott
> Email: t...@bogottpartners.com
> Web: www.bogottpartners.com
> Cell: (832) 728-6080
> Office: (281) 304-5900
> Fax: (281) 304-5999
> 
>   
> Coldwell Banker United, Realtor • 23800 Northwest Freeway #101 • Cypress, TX 
> 77429
> Texas Law requires all real estate licensees to provide the following 
> Information:
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> Texas Real Estate Commission Consumer Protection Notice
> 
> 
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Re: [BVARC] Disaster Assistance by FEMA

[Travis Burgess via BVARC]

Same result.



Travis


-

No trees were harmed in the production of this message, however, a great many 
electrons were

terribly inconvenienced.




From: BVARC  on behalf of Jon Livingston kb0mnm via 
BVARC 
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 8:36 AM
To: BVARC, GMuller885---
Cc: jkli...@comcast.net
Subject: [BVARC] Fwd: Disaster Assistance by FEMA

Re: bad link to FEMA
The link that Tim listed below can not be re-copied once connected without that 
result. Sorry-
( Note that it is different from the .gov site another amateur operator listed )
Below is the original.


From: "Tim Bogott" 
To: "Jon Livingston" 
Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2017 10:36:06 AM
Subject: Disaster Assistance by FEMA






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Sell


Buy


Blog


Video 
Reviews




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Dear Jon:


With many friends and family devastated by Hurricane Harvey, I wanted to 
provide this important link to the Disaster Center 
Page
 for the guidelines to submit a claim with FEMA since Texas has been declared a 
disaster area.  Please share this link with friends and family to help get the 
word out.


If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact me and I will 
help the best I can.


Sincerely,

Tim






Tim Bogott
Email: t...@bogottpartners.com
Web: 
www.bogottpartners.com

Cell: (832) 
728-6080

Office: (281) 
304-5900

Fax: (281) 
304-5999







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[BVARC] Fwd: Disaster Assistance by FEMA

[Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC]

Re: bad link to FEMA 
The link that Tim listed below can not be re-copied once connected without that 
result. Sorry- 
( Note that it is different from the .gov site another amateur operator listed 
) 
Below is the original. 

- Original Message -

From: "Tim Bogott"  
To: "Jon Livingston"  
Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2017 10:36:06 AM 
Subject: Disaster Assistance by FEMA 




Sell Buy Blog Video Reviews 



Dear Jon: 




With many friends and family devastated by Hurricane Harvey, I wanted to 
provide this important link to the Disaster Center Page for the guidelines to 
submit a claim with FEMA since Texas has been declared a disaster area. Please 
share this link with friends and family to help get the word out. 




If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact me and I will 
help the best I can. 




Sincerely, 

Tim 

​ 

Tim Bogott 
Email: t...@bogottpartners.com 
Web: www.bogottpartners.com 


​​ Cell: (832) 728-6080 ​​​ 

​​ Office: (281) 304-5900 ​​​ 

​​ Fax: (281) 304-5999 ​​​ 





Coldwell Banker United, Realtor • 23800 Northwest Freeway #101 • Cypress, TX 
77429 



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Information: 

Texas Real Estate Commission Information on About Brokerage Services 

Texas Real Estate Commission Consumer Protection Notice 


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Re: [BVARC] FEMA homeowner link / 2M Handi recommendation

[Travis Burgess via BVARC]

This was result when I tested the link:  User is not authorized to access 
action {0}


Travis
K5HTB


-

No trees were harmed in the production of this message, however, a great many 
electrons were

terribly inconvenienced.




From: BVARC  on behalf of Jon Livingston kb0mnm via 
BVARC 
Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 7:47 AM
To: BVARC, GMuller885---
Cc: jkli...@comcast.net; W5RH, Rick
Subject: Re: [BVARC] FEMA homeowner link / 2M Handi recommendation


Folks- This link opens with the "Not a robot" ( CaptchaAccept ) prompt, for 
those who wish to file a claim with the

Federal Emergency Management Assistance Agency ( FEMA ):


https://www.disasterassistance.gov/DAC/CaptchaAccept.do

Disaster Assistance Center - CAPTCHA 

www.disasterassistance.gov
Disaster Assistance




Please feel free to re-distribute it to those folks who have storm damage not 
covered by flood insurance, etc.


(& the below message is how I obtained it)
Dear Jon:

With many friends and family devastated by Hurricane Harvey, I wanted to 
provide this important link to the Disaster Center Page for the guidelines to 
submit a claim with FEMA since Texas has been declared a disaster area. Please 
share this link with friends and family to help get the word out.

If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact me and I will 
help the best I can.

Sincerely,
Tim

Tim Bogott
Email: t...@bogottpartners.com


And on a separate note, regarding a handi-talkie- there are a few folks parting 
with the Kenwood D72a because they are looking for D-Star from the newer radio. 
If you want

that capability, there are some older ones from Icom which were sold in colored 
plastic cases- as special event / collector's editions which can sometimes be 
found at

reasonable prices. One source for a good used radio is 
www.qrz.com ( and I get no financial advantage from saying 
this ). I know that this does not exactly answer that

question from the guy who wanted a 2M radio only- yet a 2M/70CM radio may not 
cost much more- if pre-owned.


..."The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine upon you, and 
be gracious to you;

the LORD lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace..."

Numbers 6 24-26


Jon L. Livingston, Electronics Technician

17722 Fieldglen Drive ( SE of FM 529 & Barker Cypress Road )

Houston, Texas 77084

jkli...@comcast.net

General Radiotelephone license PGGB062294

CET Wireless Communications WCM-R185658

Amateur Radio license KB0MNM

www.linkedin.com/in/jon-livingston



From: "Rick Hiller -- W5RH via BVARC" 
To: "BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB" 
Cc: "Rick Hiller -- W5RH" 
Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:44:00 AM
Subject: [BVARC] Status -- Jeff AA0ST

Jeff, AA(zero)ST texted me today that he and his family were evacuated from 
Dickinson on Sunday afternoon.  3 feet of water in their house and cars.  They 
are now high and dry with a friend.
He noted that he will be off the air for a few weeks.

73 allRH



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Re: [BVARC] FEMA homeowner link / 2M Handi recommendation

[Jon Livingston kb0mnm via BVARC]

Folks- This link opens with the "Not a robot" ( CaptchaAccept ) prompt, for 
those who wish to file a claim with the 

Federal Emergency Management Assistance Agency ( FEMA ): 




https://www.disasterassistance.gov/DAC/CaptchaAccept.do 




Please feel free to re-distribute it to those folks who have storm damage not 
covered by flood insurance, etc. 




(& the below message is how I obtained it) 
Dear Jon: 

With many friends and family devastated by Hurricane Harvey, I wanted to 
provide this important link to the Disaster Center Page for the guidelines to 
submit a claim with FEMA since Texas has been declared a disaster area. Please 
share this link with friends and family to help get the word out. 

If you need any further assistance, please feel free to contact me and I will 
help the best I can. 

Sincerely, 
Tim 

Tim Bogott 
Email: t...@bogottpartners.com 




And on a separate note, regarding a handi-talkie- there are a few folks parting 
with the Kenwood D72a because they are looking for D-Star from the newer radio. 
If you want 

that capability, there are some older ones from Icom which were sold in colored 
plastic cases- as special event / collector's editions which can sometimes be 
found at 

reasonable prices. One source for a good used radio is www.qrz.com ( and I get 
no financial advantage from saying this ). I know that this does not exactly 
answer that 

question from the guy who wanted a 2M radio only- yet a 2M/70CM radio may not 
cost much more- if pre-owned. 




..."The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine upon you, and 
be gracious to you; 

the LORD lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace..." 

Numbers 6 24-26 




Jon L. Livingston, Electronics Technician 

17722 Fieldglen Drive ( SE of FM 529 & Barker Cypress Road ) 

Houston, Texas 77084 

jkli...@comcast.net 



General Radiotelephone license PGGB062294 

CET Wireless Communications WCM-R185658 

Amateur Radio license KB0MNM 

www.linkedin.com/in/jon-livingston 


- Original Message -

From: "Rick Hiller -- W5RH via BVARC"  
To: "BRAZOS VALLEY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB"  
Cc: "Rick Hiller -- W5RH"  
Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2017 8:44:00 AM 
Subject: [BVARC] Status -- Jeff AA0ST 

Jeff, AA(zero)ST texted me today that he and his family were evacuated from 
Dickinson on Sunday afternoon. 3 feet of water in their house and cars. They 
are now high and dry with a friend. 
He noted that he will be off the air for a few weeks. 

73 allRH 



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Re: [BVARC] Police/Fire call listening on UHF/VHF

[D. Howard Bingham via BVARC]

Looting was mentioned by Houston's Police Chief on KHOU Storm LIVE 
STREAMING coverage last night, _*as REASON FOR creating a  10 p.m. to 5 
a.m. curfew in Houston City Limits*_, citing looting in a number of 
subdivisions and bedroom communities, even West University Place was 
mentioned as where criminal activity was becoming a problem in areas 
where people had evacuated due to the floods.


_*HPD is being supplemented by Texas National Guard in enforcement of 
the curfew, stating the only exceptions would be to those assisting 
rescues and volunteers at evacuation centers*_, then a reporter asked if 
the NEWS MEDIA was included, to which Houston mayor turner replied, NO 
WE NEED THE NEWS MEDIA to report what is going on & he mentioned that is 
how HE (Mayor Turner) keeps informed.


So, be sure your family is HOME between the HOURS OF 10 P.M. and 5 A.M. 
(Some other surrounding cities have slightly different curfew hours, so 
listen to the MEDIA in your community.!


73

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX

KE5APJ

--
On 8/29/2017 9:37 AM, rodney martinez via BVARC wrote:
Ive been monitoring just the Southwest HPD dispatch during this whole 
storm window.  We are not seeing it on TV, but burglaries and looting 
have been relentless since the water started going down.  They are 
backed up at least a couple dozen calls this morning.  Even the 
Valero's near Chimney Rock and North Braeswood has been looted, and it 
serves as sort of a staging area the police stay at regularly.  I was 
told that even the Beldens grocery store got looted, but I have not 
verified this.  Walked the area and saw they have barricaded the doors 
at Beldens with stacks of pallets, and a sign on front saying Armed 
Guard Inside.  Dont even think that it is all peaceful out there.

Best Regards,
Rodney J. Martinez
Intellitech Automation, Inc.
IS Networld Vendor
832-423-5640 (Cellphone)
8816-326-49843 (Satphone)
KC5MZK (Ham Callsign)


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Re: [BVARC] Hurricane Harvey Rainfall

[D. Howard Bingham via BVARC]

Anywhere LOCAL where one can find good quality rain gauges, not the 
small plastic jobs sold at home improvement stores.?


Used to be AESHAM used to carry several pages of weather gear in their 
annual catalog (That I sorely MISS.)


73

Howard Bingham, Deer Park, TX

No water in the House, but was wall to wall lake last Saturday morning.

---

On 8/29/2017 8:05 AM, Leslie via BVARC wrote:


I am at approximately 32" in League City.  No water in the house, still have 
power, etc.
Be safe all.
73
Leslie , ad5wb


On Aug 29, 2017, at 7:33 AM, "Allen F. Mattis via BVARC"  
wrote:

As of 7:40 AM Aug 29, 2017 I have measured 22.84 inches of rain from Hurricane 
Havey.

Allen N5AFV


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Re: [BVARC] 08/28/2017 BVARC 2M net will stand down

[D. Howard Bingham via BVARC]

And aren't 911 calls sent to the closest jurisdiction to where the call 
originates.?


And whether using a "Land Line" or "cell" number, ALWAYS tell the 
operator where you are located, as to spite the GPS technology used by 
cell phones, I've had EMS tell me that all they can do is zero in on a 
50 ft. radius & in an apartment or condo, that could mean upward of 16 
doors (OR MORE) they would have to knock on in a typical multi family 
dwelling if the unit number was not mentioned...!


When I was still apartment living, I lost track of the number of times 
the EMT's would knock on my door asking IF I HAD called for an 
emergency.. Multi-story buildings compounds the issue.


73

Howard Bingham, KE5APJ

---

On 8/29/2017 7:43 AM, Jeffrey Davis via BVARC wrote:
They were told to call 911 because that's what they tell us to call 
people.  We enter the information we get into the web EOC logs when 
someone calls over the radio and someone will get the info and respond 
but 911 will get a much quicker response, I believe. I'm told that 
there is approximately a 10 minute hold time on 911 and to not hang 
up. Calling back just puts you at the end of the queue again. I'm 
sorry if you feel we're a bunch of ambulance Chasers, what does that 
even mean? Applied to ARES? I mean if we were attorneys I'd get it? We 
get calls of road flooding, damage, and so on. We put it all into the 
computer and where it goes from there I don't know.


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