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CA Department of Water Resources
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Hwy 299W- Oregon Mountain
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TrinityCam Webcam View North of Weaverville
Hwy 299W- Buckhorn Sand House
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District 2 CALTRANS WEBCAMS
SIGN UP FOR E-MAILED SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS- FREE to E-MAIL or PAGER
- SIGN-UP INSTRUCTIONS- CLICK HERE FOR FREE WEATHER ALERT SIGN-UP Thank you KCRA TV in Sacramento.
- SELECT FORECAST- Upper Trinity River is what TrinityCam uses, many
other locations listed.
- REMEMBER- Visit TrinityCam for realtime updates and screen crawlers during Weather and Fire Emergencies.. SEE the WEATHER on the WEBCAM then CLICK WEBCAM for hourly data.
- Thank you KCRA TV- In Sacramento for providing this feature!
NOAA WeatherRadio 24hr VHF Broadcasts
- The 162.55 mhz Southfork Mountain, WXL-88, NOAA WeatherRadio Station is heard in Weaverville and other parts of Trinity County. It is controlled by the SACRAMENTO Office of NWS.. Wednesdays between 11:00 AM and 12:00 Noon, a test
of the WeatherRadios alarm function is conducted, weather permitting. FAQ about WeatherRadios and the system.
The EUREKA Office of NWS controlls KEC-82, on 162.40 may be heard in Western Trinity and parts of Humboldt County.. from Mt. Pierce. Southern Trinity may be
able to hear the The Pt.Arena, KIH-30, station on 162.55 transmits from Cold Springs in Southern Mendocino County. The , Crescent City-Brookings transmitter, KIH-37, transmits on 162.55, and is located on Palmer Butte in Southern Oregon. The S.A.M.E. Codes and other WeatherRadio information relating to this group of stations is located on the EUREKA Website..The National Weather Service Website can be visited and information about a region or city can be selected..
Based on the inquiries made so far it would appear The S.A.M.E. Broadasts with the Emergency Codes for Trinity County ONLY come from the Eureka and Mendocino Transmitter Sites. This situation is being explored and an update will be posted soon. This does not mean you should not use this valuable service. This situation may likely change, and some types of warnings come from multiple locations. These WeatherRadios are a valuable service to take advantage of.
- NOAA S.A.M.E. Radio
Broadcast Information- Information on NorthWest CA and Southern Oregon areas WeatherRadio Stations.
- The maximum benefits of the SAME ALERT system may not presently realized by the citizens of Trinity County. This should not discourage the purchase and use of the radios. They are none-the-less very useful. Most Scanner Radios equipted with external antenna jack will receive 24hr Weather Information with an OUTDOOR ANTENNA.
- NOAA RECEPTION SUGGESTIONS- Many Ideas!
- OUTDOOR ANTENNAS for scanners or weather radios. The Radio Shack stores sell a simple VHF, UHF groundplane antenna- ($20.00) that clamps on a piece of TV masting or PVC pipe,etc.(1 1/4"). The Antenna Installation requires coaxial cable with a PL-259 connector on one end and a similar connector with an adaptor to plug into your scanner or weather radio. The cable with connector attatched is available in 50' lengths, and adaptors
sold separately. Most scanners use either "Motorola type" male plug, or a "BNC" type adapter from the Male "PL-259" on the coaxial cable. The Radio Shack salesperson can help you in person or on telephone.
- Weather Radios may be designed to receive only NOAA/NWS Weather Broadcasts or you may use a VHF "Scanner" Radio to receive the 24HR Weather Broadcasts. In Redding-Weaverville Area 162.55 is the frequency used. In Southern or Western Trinity or Humboldt County 162.40 is used.
- Where to get a WeatherRadio or Public Safety Scanner Radio-
- Universal Radio- (800) 431-3939- Very Reliable Business, Good Value, Webmaster Has dealt with them over 30 years.
- Radio Shack Stores-(530) 222-8444- Redding-Bechtelli, (530) 223-1315- Redding-Mt.Shasta Mall-
- C. Crane Company- (800) 522-8863- Fortuna, California
- Ham Radio Outlet- (800) 854-6046- Western US Locations
- Amateur Electronic Supply- (800)634-6227 (Las Vegas,NV)
- The NWS/NOAA websites carry information on the use of WeatherRadios including information on manufacturer's recalls, and poor equipment that does not meet standards.etc.
- Greg's List- Top Twenty Plus Trinity Frequenciy List- Suggested scanner frequencies for Citizen Safety during Fire, Weather Emergency and Homeland Security.
RECOMMENDED SCANNERS and SCANNER PROGRAMMING SERVICE
- Bearcat BC-350C Scanner- From Universal Radio- I have used them many years. This radio comes with indoor antenna, AC power adaptor, Mobile Cigarette Lighter cord, etc. Always check for list of accessories with radio if any when comparing prices.
- Weather Radios- No Recommendations in particular. However, the above scaner BC-350C works well, and includes all the NOAA weather frequencies, with a button to press for easy weather reception!
- Consider investing in a pair of FRS (Family Radio Service) Radios - they are inexpensive AND YOU CAN OFTEN FIND PAIRS WITH NOAA WEATHER RADIOS BUILT IN for few dollars more!
- LIST OF RADIO SHACK SCANNERS & PROGRAM - OPERATION INFO-!
- Contact: Scanner Programing Service- I will program your scanner to a specific group of Trinity County
Public Safety Radio Frequencies or specialized List. Trinity County only, walk in location in Weaverville or UPS/USPO shipping. Cost of Service: $20-35 depending on piece of equipment. Must have instructions with radio.
Some outside scanner antenna installations too.
Articles About Improved Radio Reception: FM and Scanners
AM Broadcast Reception
AM Radio Reception in Rural Areas
- PURCHASE A GOOD QUALITY Sensitive AM RECEIVER!
- General Electric "Super Radio", AM & FM, large speaker, antenna terminals
on rear, two stages of RF amplification on AM, sensitive FM recever too. Built in
AC power supply, and uses "D" batteries (use alkaline only, and DO NOT store in
radio if not used for a few days to a week..remove all batteries).
- The "G.E. Super RAdio" is sometimes discounted on the internet for as little as $39.95, plus shipping.
- Check the Camera/Small Appliance/ Electronics Department of Long's Drug Stores, they usually keep the GE "Super Radio"
in stock at prices from $59 to $79.00.- Thanks Longs Drug Stores!
- Universal Radio- (800) 431-3939- Very Reliable Business, Good Value, Webmaster Has dealt with them over 30 years.
- C. CRANE WEBSITE-(800) 522-8863- Fortuna, California- AM, FM, SW, TV Radios, Antennas, Boosters,Scanners, etc.
- Ham Radio Outlet- (800) 854-6046- Western US Locations
- Amateur Electronic Supply- (800)634-6227 (Las Vegas,NV)
- CCRadio-Plus Portable is excellent radio. Has many special features for reception of weak signals.
- WARNING- price and claims of performance are not always true indicators. You can TRUST The above listed companies. They will send you a free catalog, or view their Online catalog, Universal Radio, AES, CCrane, Ham Radio Outlet are all reputable companies. I have traded with all for many years.- Webmaster
- ARTICLE SOON.. Listing Redding, Eureka and other Area AM Broadcast Stations that are usually audible in Trinity during the day along with other useful information. Presently, on AM: 650khz, 810khz, 1400khz, 1530khz are audible in Weaverville Area.
- There will also be information posted when availiable about various informational broadcasts that may be broadcast at a certain number of minutes past the hour on frequencies a common "Scanner" type radio can be programmed to, and other cooperative ventures with Area Broadcasters during emergencies.
- EXTERNAL ANTENNA- If your AM or FM radio has an external antenna connection, a well engineered outside wire antenna or portable LOOP ANTENNA
antenna will definitely help. There are loop antennas that do not require an external
antenna connetion, but only placement near the radio itself. A good inside loop antenna may be actually better than some outside antennas in some cases.. The C.Crane Company Website has information on AM Antennas and Reception. I depends where you live, or if your home has metal walls, if you live in mountains or a big city, etc.
- AM LOOP ANTENNA PROJECTS- Boost your Reception at a fraction of the cost of a
commercial AM Loop Antenna. NO EXTERNAL CONNECTION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ANTENNA PROJECT.
- AM RADIO RECEPTION AND RESOURCES,Antennas, Books, Parts,Clubs,etc.
- CARPET LOOP- Interesting Project
- LOOP ANTENNA PROJECTS FOR AM RADIO
- LOOP ANTENNA PROJECT LINKS
- AM RADIO RECEPTION IMPROVEMENT TECHNIQUES-
- SOURCE FOR INEXPENSIVE QUALITY #1 VARIABLE CAPACITORS #2 SOURCE- FOR LOOP PROJECTS.
- Some portable radios from the 60's and 70s, "TRF type", with an extra
stage of RF pre-amplification are still very good- A 3 section tuning condenser on an AM radio is good indicator.)
- 1960s...SONY model TR-6400 great old radio! (Webmaster uses one of these..)
- GE Large AM "portable" radios from '60s with CONALRAD emblem good
- Admiral Clipper - 3 Band (AM, Marine and LW)
- Zenith Transoceanic both OLD (tube type) and NEW (transistor) are pretty good AM Radios
- FM ANTENNA- Some TV antennas will work (FM band is between CH 6 and CH7),
or the Radio Shack Stores sell outside antennas and cable. Check to see what kind of connector is required to attach your antenna to the radio. Some "Rabbit Ears" and inside amplified TV/FM antennas will work too. Be aware that some antennas are "Directional", favoring some directions for better reception.
- HOME and PERSONAL EMERGENCY SUPPLIES- List of suggested items for Home & Vehicle
Remember to keep SPARE Alkaline or Lithium BATTERIES for your radios and flashlights! Do leave your batteries in the radios for extended times. Consider removing atleast one battery, or putting them in a plastic bag along with an earphone, pencil & paper.. Keep a spare bulb for your flashlights too. Consider using the same size battery for flashlight and radio.
Rechargeable Batteries with AC or Solar Chargers are also an alternative.
NOTE: There are now on market some inexpensive Alternate Technology Flashlights.
- LED Flashlights. They give good light, with LESS BATTERY DRAIN!.
- Crank (hand generator) Flashlights with standard and LED illumination.
- Shake - Magnito type generator Flashlights. Shake to charge flashlight.(Std. & LED)
WEATHER & DISASTER LINKS
Last Updated: October 17, 2007
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