Help & Resources

Community Support

Training materials, disaster relief participation, and resources for weather enthusiasts.

Disaster Relief & Community Service

Giving Back to Affected Communities

Storm spotters and chasers provide valuable real-time information to the communities we operate in. We also participate in disaster relief efforts after severe weather events.

  • Post-storm damage assessment
  • Emergency communication support
  • Coordination with local emergency management
  • Volunteer assistance programs

Training & Spotter Programs

NWS SKYWARN Program
Official storm spotter training and certification
Spotter Network
Real-time spotter and chaser position reporting network

Emergency Communications

ARRL ARES
Amateur Radio Emergency Service - volunteer communications during disasters
Get Your Ham License
ARRL guide to getting your amateur radio license
GMRS Licensing
FCC General Mobile Radio Service - no exam required
RepeaterBook
Find amateur radio and GMRS repeaters in your area

Interested in EmComm training or have questions?

Forecasting Tools

SPC Convective Outlooks
Storm Prediction Center severe weather outlooks and watches
Storm Prediction Center
Mesoscale discussions, storm reports, and fire weather
College of DuPage NEXLAB
Radar, satellite imagery, and model data
Pivotal Weather
GFS, NAM, HRRR, Euro models and severe weather parameters
COD Satellite & Radar
Real-time NEXRAD radar and satellite imagery

Disaster Relief Organizations

FEMA
Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster assistance
American Red Cross
Emergency shelter, food, and disaster relief services
Team Rubicon
Veteran-led disaster response and recovery operations
Samaritan's Purse
Volunteer disaster relief and home repair assistance
Eight Days of Hope
Rebuilding homes and rapid response after disasters

...and many others

Need Help?

Have questions about training, operations, or resources? Get in touch.