Vermont Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) teams have expanded regional Winlink packet mesh gateways to support medical centers and local emergency operations centers (EOCs).
Featuring VARA FM protocols on 2-meter frequencies and 80M/40M HF RMS nodes, the system enables operators to transmit health forms, logistics requests, and emergency spreadsheets without active internet or cellular service.
💻 Off-Grid Packet Data Solutions
Monthly digital nets allow emergency coordinators across Washington, Caledonia, and Windham counties to practice digital message routing under simulated power loss conditions.
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