NOAA Weather RadioIf you live in an area that's prone to severe weather, consider purchasing a multi-band/function receiver or a standalone receiver so you can receive weather service reports from the National Weather Service.The NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards (NWR) is a nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting weather information directly from nearby National Weather Service offices. NWR broadcasts National Weather Service warnings, watches, forecasts and other hazard information 24 hours a day. NWR transmitters broadcast on one of seven VHF frequencies from 162.400 MHz to 162.550 MHz. The broadcasts cannot be heard on a simple AM/FM radio receiver. Receiver options range from handheld portable units, which just pick up Weather Radio, to desktop and console models that receive Weather Radio in addition to other broadcasts. The receiver you choose depends on the information you want to access, and how and where you plan to access Weather Service broadcasts. The stand-alone Weather Radio receiver alerts you to warnings and watches day or night. A multi-band/function receiver with the Weather Band included allows you to tune in to the weather broadcast without receiving alerts. You can find receivers at electronics, department, sporting goods and boating and marine accessory stores and in store catalogs. They can also be purchased online directly from manufacturers. For more information about the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, go to www.noaa.org. NWR Local Stations Listing
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Altman Selected as Alliance Development Council Co-chair 01.31.2012David Altman, president and CEO of Lynches River Electric Cooperative, has been selected as a co-chair on Chesterfield County Economic Development Alliance's Development Council.
2012 Washington Youth Tour 01.16.2012Lynches River Electric Cooperative will award an expense-paid week in Washington, D.C. to two high school junior. This year's Youth Tour is June 16-21. Teachers Apply for D.C. Trip 11.18.2011If you are a South Carolina teacher or guidance counselor, apply now to serve as a chaperone on a free, fun-filled trip to our nation's capital on the 2012 Washington Youth Tour. |