RSGB LoRa Balloon to be Launched this Week

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Only a few days remain until the RSGB LoRa balloon is launched but you still have time to take part.

Go to the website to download a detailed guide to help you build and code your LoRa tracker board. You can also find a link to a video in which Fraser, MM0EFI demonstrates the process.

The balloon launch takes place on Saturday 20 September 2025 at approximately 11am BST. The challenge is open to all radio amateurs but, to be eligible to win one of the two available prizes, you must be an RSGB individual member or an affiliated club. Don’t forget to let the Society know how you get on. Share your story and photos with the RSGB Communications Team via comms@rsgb.org.uk

LoRA Balloon - http://www.rsgb.org/lora-balloon

Hurricane Watch Net Marks 60 Years of Service

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Hurricane Watch Net Marks 60 Years of Service

The Hurricane Watch Net (HWN) celebrates its 60th anniversary of providing critical communications support to the National Hurricane Center (NHC) and communities impacted by hurricanes.

As Hurricane Betsy was pummeling the Caribbean on Labor Day weekend 1965, a ham radio operator started hearing calls for information from operators in the Bahamas. Jerry Murphy, K8YUW, sprang into action. He began relaying surface data and storm conditions to help those in the path.

That first net paved the way for what would become the Hurricane Watch Net.

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Resilience Through Amateur Radio for National Preparedness Month 2025

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Resilience Through Amateur Radio for National Preparedness Month 2025

September is National Preparedness Month, which is a good time to look at your personal, family, and community resilience levels. For 2025, the National Preparedness Month theme is “Preparedness Starts at Home.” 

Amateur radio is a valuable resource for communication and community service before and during times of crisis, and can be a significant factor in your home’s level of preparedness.

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