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This article discusses the importance of prior proper planning for amateur radio operators in disaster response situations. It covers topics such as understanding different types of disasters, considering topography and infrastructure, ensuring availability of resources and expertise, and the significance of effective communication and health care services. It emphasizes the need for realistic expectations and thorough planning to build upon past experiences and meet the expectations of survivors and public services.
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PRIOR, PROPER, PLANNINGP3 AMATEUR RADIO Jim Fetzer, CPP, DRC
P3 • PRIOR: • Disasters; Flooding, Hurricane, Tornado • Topography; Flood Plains, Mud Slides, Rural Roads • Infrastructure; Elec. Power, Telephone, Fuels, • Survivors; Shelters, Food, Water, Sewer, Garbage • Public Services, Law Enforcement, Fire, Medical (shifts) • Communications; Public, Private, Municipal, County • Health Care; Hospitals, Care Facilities, Transportation • Experiences; Build Upon • Expectations
P3 • PROPER: • REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS (DOABLE) • RESOURCES ($) • EXPERTISE (PD, SO, FD EMS, EMA, TEMA, A RADIO) • EXPERIENCE • VOLUNTEERS (VOAD) • RESOURCES (FOOD, WATER, FUELS)
P3 • PLANNING: • SYSTEM DESIGN • EQUIPMENT (ON HAND, NEEDED) • HUMAN RESOURCES (FIRST RESPONDERS, A Radio) • EOC/EMA • MUNICIPAL LEADERSHIP • COUNTY/CITY/STATE RESPOURCES • INTEROPERABILITIES • CONTINGENCIES (What If’s) Everyone involved