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W7Q Shakeout ‘Nets

From October 14 to 18, the “Great Shakeout” Earthquake Preparedness Special Event encourages participants to conduct earthquake drills on October 19. The special event call sign W7Q is available for amateur radio operators – especially on the US west coast – to promote discussions on earthquake preparedness at various levels.

W7Q Earthquake Preparedness

From October 14 to 18, the “Great Shakeout” Earthquake Preparedness Special Event encourages participants to conduct earthquake drills on October 19. The special event call sign W7Q is available for amateur radio operators – especially on the US west coast – to promote discussions on earthquake preparedness at various levels.

W7Q – “Shakeout” Call

The special event call sign “W7Q” will be active from October 14 to 18, aligned with the Great Shakeout preparedness event on October 16. Licensed Ham Radio operators in Western Oregon – or anywhere else – can use this call sign to exchange earthquake awareness and preparedness reports. Participants should follow FCC guidelines and transmit only within their license privileges.

NNO- Annual “Preparedness” Event

National Night Out (NNO) is scheduled for August 4, 2026, promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood unity. While Coquille may host an event, no Coos County municipalities are registered. NNO strengthens relationships between law enforcement and residents, fostering community support and collaboration. CCRC currently has no participation plans.