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2011 Holiday Gift Guide for Radio Fans

If you are getting a jump on holiday shopping on this Cyber Monday, then it’s a perfect time to start sleuthing out radio-related gifts for your friends and family. While you’re at it, you can also help support Radio Survivor … finish reading 2011 Holiday Gift Guide for Radio Fans

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In some places the EAS test wasn’t so successful

While many broadcasters had no problems receiving and retransmitting last week’s nationwide Emergency Alert System test, many others reports of problems are surfacing. John Anderson at DIYmedia.net compiled some of the glitches: Here in Wisconsin, radio stations broadcast 30 seconds … finish reading In some places the EAS test wasn’t so successful

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FCC says nationwide Emergency Alert System tesk was pretty OK, will know more later

At 2 PM Eastern time this afternoon some percentage of US radio listeners and television viewers heard or saw the national EAS test. I was in the main studio of Northwestern University’s WNUR-FM (where I serve as advisor), and waited … finish reading FCC says nationwide Emergency Alert System tesk was pretty OK, will know more later

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Big market radio stations “unwilling and unable” to handle disasters?

Here’s some interesting fare for discussion as the Federal Communications Commission prepares to test its Emergency Alert System on Wednesday.  Radio stations in big markets know that they’re responsible for disaster assistance, a new study observes, but are sometimes reluctant … finish reading Big market radio stations “unwilling and unable” to handle disasters?

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FCC Prepares Stations for National EAS Test on November 9th

The first national test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) will take place next Wednesday, November 9th at 11am Pacific time. According to a letter issued by the FCC today: “The test will occur simultaneously across the United States and … finish reading FCC Prepares Stations for National EAS Test on November 9th

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Could a Community Radio Station Save Your Life? Hurricane Irene’s Radio Heroes

It’s really no surprise to Radio Survivor readers that terrestrial radio is vital during an emergency. We’ve seen some amazing stories about how stations have stepped up to provide needed information and help after disasters around the world, such as … finish reading Could a Community Radio Station Save Your Life? Hurricane Irene’s Radio Heroes

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FCC Chairman says “broadcast and radio are largely unaffected” by Hurricane Irene.

FCC Chairman Julius Genchowski held a press briefing this afternoon to give an update on communications infrastructure after Hurricane Irene battered much of the East Coast. The good news is that while some cable systems, wireless and wireline providers are … finish reading FCC Chairman says “broadcast and radio are largely unaffected” by Hurricane Irene.

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FCC actively monitoring & assisting radio and communications infrastructure providers during Hurricane Irene

The Federal Communications Commission activated the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS) yesterday. Currently the system is focused on coastal North Caroline where Hurricane Irene has recently made landfall. DIRS provides communication providers a way to inform the Commission of their … finish reading FCC actively monitoring & assisting radio and communications infrastructure providers during Hurricane Irene

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Twelve communications tips for getting through Hurricane Irene

The Federal Communications Commission has issued a guide for how to stay in communication with others if you live in a Hurricane Irene affected area. It’s definitely worth a read, although I wouldn’t have put “Tune-in to broadcast and radio news … finish reading Twelve communications tips for getting through Hurricane Irene

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Radio is an important tool for hurricane preparedness

I was listening to NPR this morning as I got ready for work and during the headlines at the top of the hour heard a short story about communities preparing for Hurricane Irene. It featured a quick actuality from a … finish reading Radio is an important tool for hurricane preparedness

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