Morgan County Emergency Communications Network

08/20/2026

We have a few spots left for the Off-grid Communication Workshop. Register today at https://preparemorgancounty.com

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08/11/2026

From Rol Anders, K3RA and Tom Christovich K3YH
Free Online Technician Class Starting Sept. 3
A free, weekly, live Amateur Radio Technician Class Licensing course on Zoom will begin on Thursday, Sept 3 and will run through Thursday, October 15 (7 sessions). The three-hour sessions will start at 6:30 PM Eastern Time. Sponsored by the National Electronics Museum. Those wishing to sign up should email [roland.anders at comcast.net].

08/11/2026

following is a message from the West Virginia State Fire Marshall's Office:

Dear Community Partners:
We have launched the new digital Home Safety Survey and are asking for the community’s help in sharing it. This survey will help residents identify potential fire hazards and improve safety conditions in their homes.

The interactive survey, accessible at firemarshal.wv.gov, is available to homeowners and renters across the state.

Our goal is to provide West Virginia families with the tools they need to protect what matters most. This survey is a quick, proactive measure that helps residents spot simple fixes—like clear escape routes or working smoke alarms—before an emergency strikes. By working together, we can reduce fire risks in every corner of our state.

Key features of the survey include:

Accessibility: A 5-minute assessment designed for any household.

Actionable guidance: Immediate safety advice based on participant responses.

Data-driven results: Survey responses assist the office in identifying and addressing community-specific fire safety trends.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages all residents to complete the survey at firemarshal.wv.gov. Local fire departments can also use the tool to support community risk-reduction programs.

07/23/2026

If phones, texts, or the internet suddenly fail, does your family know how to reach each other?

Don't wait for a crisis to figure it out. Join ARRL’s Education Specialist Wayne Greene, KB4DSF, for the next On the Air Live to explore the P.A.C.E. plan (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency) and how it can help you build a practical, multi-layered family communications strategy.
👉Wayne will break down exactly where amateur radio fits into the mix and how to keep the plan simple enough for everyone in your household to understand and use.

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, July 28th
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM Eastern

Preregistration is required to attend this live session. Click the link below to save your spot today!

👉 Register here: learn.arrl.org

07/23/2026

We will be at this event at Berkeley Springs State Park on Friday from 5:00-8:00pm. We will have handheld radios for sale. Stop by and see us!

06/25/2026

New emergency alert system is in operation. You don’t need the app to sign up for this. They will send alerts by text, email and phone call.

NEW EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM FOR MORGAN COUNTY

The Morgan County Office of Emergency Services, Morgan County WV 911 and Morgan County West Virginia are excited to announce the implementation of Smart911 as Morgan County's Official Public Emergency Alert System.

Smart911 allows residents, businesses, and visitors to receive important emergency notifications directly to their phones, email, or other devices. These alerts may include severe weather
warnings, evacuation notices, road closures, public safety emergencies, and other critical information affecting our community.

By creating a free Smart911 Safety Profile, you can provide valuable information about your household, family members, pets, medical needs, and emergency contacts. This information is
available to 9-1-1 dispatchers and first responders during an emergency, helping them provide faster and more effective assistance when seconds matter.

� Receive timely emergency alerts
� Create a free, secure Safety Profile
� Help first responders better assist you and your family

We encourage all Morgan County residents to sign up today and stay informed when emergencies occur.

Together, we can make Morgan County a safer and more prepared community.

Sign up Link or copy and paste link in web browser: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=morgancountywv

You may also scan the QR Code on the flyer below. For more information on Smart911, please visit https://morgancountywv.gov/ and click on the green "Sign up for Alerts" button.

06/23/2026

Registration will be closing soon. If you are interested in this two day survival course this weekend, sign up now. Rain or shine (it is a survival class, after all). 🌦️ Register at https://preparemorgancounty.com