In the News  Foresthill Fire Protection District in CA is currently fighting the Mosquito Wildfire in the mountains northeast of town. The Community operates a RadioSAFE Emergency Broadcast System that has recently been granted a waiver by the FCC to run at higher signal levels. Excellent timing. Operator Richard Hercules tells us that he has usable listening reports for 14 miles from the antenna, with 10 watts of transmitter power. The District is also streaming content to their website, where thousands tune in daily for updates. (See StreamCASTing.)   Rich Hercules of the Foresthill Fire Protection District, Flanked by Antenna Installers Photo Courtesy of Foresthill FPD “We have started another grant cycle to expand our radio signal farther,” says Hercules. In emergencies, the FCC will often permit a higher powered transmitter substitution to boost coverage even more, based on the situation.   Information Radio Stations These licensed, 10-watt radio stations are for use by government agencies in emergencies, for visitor information and travel-related services. Noncommercial voice message content. Packages can include wrap-around services: licensing, installation, training and message recording.   RadioSAFE Wide Area Emergency Radio Broadcast Systems RadioSAFE Systems provide enhanced signal coverage that can be critical in public emergencies. The Systems utilize the HPR.0990 High Efficiency Antenna from a fixed location, and with special authority from the FCC, can blanket more square miles than conventional Information Stations. Portable Information Radio Stations Information Radio Stations that can operate fixed-location or be deployed as required. Licensed and license-free versions are available. License-Free Radio Stations Customizable, license-free radio stations for use by anyone, including agencies, nonprofits, individuals and educational institutions. Can include music and commercial content. EventCAST Rental Radio Stations Information Radio Station rentals for an event, emergency, signal testing or as an interim solution while a permanent station is installed. Packages can include services: licensing, onsite setup assist and professional message recording. Advisory Signage An array of sign solutions to announce the presence of a radio signal or to convey virtually any information to the public.    AMReady Broadcast Components Products and services for licensed AM radio broadcast stations. Quick-deploy antennas, accessories, groundplanes, transmitters, custom kits and rental radio station equipment to help keep AM stations on the air during emergencies.    The Lowdown 630 Meter Antenna for Amateur Radio An antenna that offers amateur radio enthusiasts a convenient way to communicate on 630 meters. Personal Safety Device For public safety agencies: the Severe Storm Detector is a NASA-proven device that monitors the atmosphere directly for violent weather, issuing an early warning before it approaches. Siren / strobe triggers when tornados and severe storms are detected.