The CJIN terminals are controlled by the Montana Department of Justice. The CJIN system allows the County Warning Point and PSDP's to have immediate communication capabilities with any of the State Law Enforcement Agencies, Sheriff's Offices and Police Departments throughout the state. The CJIN system permits rapid and accurate message distribution to any other terminal in the system. During Emergency Coordination Center activation a fully certified CJIN operator is assigned to the ECC and that operator can obtain any information requested by ECC staff or ESF support agencies. Amateur Radio DES is an active supporter of amateur radio and it remains a key component of the communications plans of Emergency Management in the County.
Amateur radio is called upon to provide emergency communications in major disasters.
Amateur Radio is and will continue to be an active and valued resource of BSB Emergency Management. We commend and support the enthusiasm, dedication and interest of Butte's Amateur Radio community. The NWS Weather Warning Program uses, when appropriate, a multi-tier concept to increase public awareness and promote a proper response. An Outlook is used to indicate that a hazardous weather or hydrologic event may develop. It is intended to provide information to those who need considerable lead time to prepare for the event.