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I'm a NWS Skywarn weather spotter.
Are you?
It seems to be a popular thing, is to get certified to be one.

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Come on, there must be at least another one on here.
Is there anyone at least interested in meteorology here on TRF?
As a spotter, I spend LOTS of time doing research, checking all the data to be found on a storm that may hit my area. Taking videos & pictures and sending it to the NWS via phone or PC is so cool!
I LOVE severe weather, but if it interferes with me launching a rocket... :rant:
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I have a friend that is, but I just haven't had the time or sufficient interest to do so.
 

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One of the hazards of the hobby from what I've seen on TeeVee.:

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One of the hazards of the hobby from what I've seen on TeeVee.:


Oof, that reminds me of a hailstorm that blew over the local BMW dealer back in s. Texas a few years ago.
Looked like a hoard of drummers with ball peen hammers went over the whole lot.
 

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I'm a NWS Skywarn weather spotter.
Are you?
It seems to be a popular thing, is to get certified to be one.

Thanks,

popular with Ham Radio people , I went to a skywarn class this spring , 3/4 of the class was our radio club

in a storm will you have power / cell service/ internet ? , or need radio ?
 

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popular with Ham Radio people , I went to a skywarn class this spring , 3/4 of the class was our radio club

in a storm will you have power / cell service/ internet ? , or need radio ?

Yeah, I'm hoping to get my HAM radio license. Working on the test prep.
Thanks,
 
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