Solar Eclipse Communications Planning and Resource Guide (CISA)

During the Aug. 21, 2017 total solar eclipse, several small communities were overwhelmed in the transportation, communications, and emergency services sectors when unplanned and uncontrolled population movements migrated quickly into areas not designed for large crowds.

Next up: The Design Phase and more public input.

Woodstock NET Meeting Date: December 5, 2023 Location: Woodstock neighborhood Credit: Mark Ginsberg

TL Mark Ginsberg polled his team and found that only a third of them have ever lit a road flare before. Mark demonstrated how to light 'em up.

A similar lack of personnel raised concerns about the ability to hold the Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade in 2023. PBEM is investigating possibilities for future NET deployments, and the Advanced Training required for safe involvement.

Bike preparedness is trending this holiday season.

From AAA:

In Oregon, drivers must move over to another lane or slow down at least five miles per hour below the posted speed limit when approaching police, fire, ambulance, tow trucks, road maintenance, and utility vehicles, as well as any vehicle that is stopped and is displaying warning or hazard lights, or a person is indicating distress by using emergency flares or posting emergency signs.

The fine for a violation is $265 or $525 if within a safety corridor, school zone or work zone. (ORS 811.147) https://www.oregon.gov/odot/safety/pages/enforcement.aspx

On the other side of the painted line, check out the NET Traffic Flagging training video.

Traffic Flagging for NETs

Volunteer Support Function 01: Transportation Portland NET Video 01-1 2021.08.20