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How does a skywarn net work?
- If the SKYWARN net is in STANDBY mode, normal use of the repeater is permitted, but it should be expected that the net should go into “active” mode at any time.
- Once a warning has been issued, or a hazardous condition exists, the net transitions into ACTIVE status, and becomes a directed net.
- If an emergency situation exists, such as an imminent tornado or other life-threatening emergency, the net transitions into EMERGENCY status.
- During EMERGENCY status, the ONLY traffic permitted is emergency traffic, stations authorized by Net Control, or messages of life or death urgency.