On the first Saturday of each month, EARS monitors the tornado sirens in the City of Edmond. This test ensures the city’s Outdoor Warning Devices are functioning properly in the event of a tornado. It’s also a great way for amateur radio operators to give back to the community.
If you would like to volunteer for the siren test, please contact Clay, WA6LBU, via email at sirens@k5eok.org.
Thank you to everyone who volunteers—your help is greatly appreciated.
Test Details
- Roll call begins: 11:30 AM
- Please be at your assigned siren on time and ready to give a physical inspection report.
During your inspection, check:
- Pole, siren, and electrical boxes for damage
- That the ground wire is intact
- If equipped with solar panels, that all solar equipment is intact
You may give your physical inspection report when checking into the net.
After the siren test is complete, we will conduct roll call in numerical order by siren number.
If you are assigned two sirens, you may give both reports when called.
Typical Reports
- Stationary siren:
“Siren ###, good sound, both tests. (callsign)” - Revolving siren:
“Siren ###, good sound, good rotation, both tests. (callsign)”
If there is a problem, please describe it clearly (example: No rotation on second test).
If there is a serious issue requiring emergency response, notify Net Control immediately.
After the test, please join us for lunch at Johnnie’s on 33rd.
If the test is cancelled due to weather concerns, a QST will be given on the repeater.
Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
73,
Clay Mayrose
WA6LBU