For info about the National Event, QSLs, certificates, etc. check out the national page. The latest snowfall and rainfall amounts from our spotter network . Amateur radio volunteers operate a base station at the Buffalo Weather Service Office during severe weather or other weather disaster emergencies. Through a network of repeater antennas, volunteers at the Buffalo office contact other amateurs -located in communities throughout Western New York. Storm information is collected at the base station for rapid relay by forecasters to the media, Emergency Management and Law Enforcement agencies, and the public.
Hams operate on emergency power when commercial power is lost so reports can still be received.
Reports are received in a timely, efficient manner. Unlike police, fire, and other government emergency response persons, amateur radio operators have no jurisdicional boundaries. Amateur radio spotters are able and willing to perform their service for extended periods.