KH6JRM's Amateur Radio Blog
Christmas is almost here. Things are slowing down a bit in the newsroom--a much appreciated break after Hawaii Island withstood a fierce winter rain storm. The Saddle Road, which is the shortest connection between Hilo and Kailua-Kona, was closed due to flood- ing and runoff. Many travelers on the island had to divert their itineraries to the longer perimeter roads. Even these highways got thoroughly soaked. The newsroom was kept busy with all of the traffic alerts and advisories. Local amateur radio operators stood by just in case emergency communications channels were needed. Thankfully, the flooding emergency was confined to the evening hours. State and county crews are still cleaning up the debris and directing motorists around the flooded areas. With all of this going on, there wasn't much time to "ham it up". I got home rather late, so I'll make up the hamming later this week. Christmas Day is a full work day -- I have to stand by in c