Query: Can a REACT unit or a SKYWARN unit be a part of a local ACS?
Reply: Yes, absolutely. They already are in some places.
Reply: Yes, absolutely. They already are in some places.
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Continuation:
The SHARES network presently consists of 1040 HF radio stations, located in all 50 states, and at 34 overseas locations. As shown in bulletin 084, an ACS unit does not kick into a "RACES-like mode". It's already a function of government with no need to switch modes to RACES to have a sanction of government, as is the case with ARES.
Continuation of query: "....For instance, up to a certain situation, does the ACS function mainly as a closely knit ARES-like support group closely tied to government? After that point does the group kick into a RACES-like mode?.....In that case are there sometimes some of the original group still operating in the first mode/level?"
Query: "In actual ACS operations when there is an escalating disaster, are there levels of operation? For instance, up to a certain situation, does ACS function mainly as a closely knit ARES-like support group closely tied to government?"
Is the ACS, Auxiliary Communications Service, in competition with the ARRL Amateur Emergency Radio Service, ARES, as some have alleged?
This series, 080-085, is in answer to questions received. There is no criticism intended; but it is a reminder of how mindset can affect our use of Amateur Radio for emergency communications.
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