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Amateur Ham Radio Operators Needed For Emergencies
Pinellas County Emergency Management is recruiting volunteer ham radio operators to act as emergency communications operators at shelters and other designated locations during hurricanes or other emergencies. More than 60 operators are currently needed at shelters throughout the county, as well as additional operators at other potential locations. Volunteer emergency communications operators will receive free training. To register, call Doug Williams at (727) 725-3345. For more information, watch this feature story from the current edition of Inside Pinellas on PCC-TV. Find out more about the Volunteer Emergency Communications Operators program by calling Emergency Management at (727) 464-3800.

What if a Hurricane Blows This Way?
With hurricane season still ongoing and the H1N1 virus prevalent in the community, it's important to consider sheltering somewhere other than a public shelter. According to Emergency Management officials, staying with a friend or relative, going to a hotel or leaving the area entirely well before a storm threatens are three ways you can stay safe and healthy. more>>

DART Starts Transit Choices
The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) is now implementing its DART Choice Program to improve transit service for riders with disabilities who are unable to independently use the regular, accessible PSTA buses. more>>