[BC] Satellite EAS

[khcs@juno.com]

Sid cautioned:

>"Although the electric field created from an EMP lasts for only a short
time, its effects can be devastating. It is predicted that a single high
altitude burst 200 miles above Kansas could propagate an EMP enveloping
the entire United States. Electrical systems connected to things that
can conduct current like wires, antennas, and metal objects will suffer
significant damage. EMP effects on electronics include interference of
radio frequency links, irreparable damage to microcircuits, and even the
disabling of satellites. Fortunately, electronic equipment that is
turned off is less likely to be damaged."

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Yes.  Put any electronic equipment you want to remain useable after an EMP attack in a metal trash can, secure the lid tightly, and run a grounding strap from the can to a copper ground stake.  You can throw a supply of batteries in the can, don't leave them in the radios or whatever.  Store them outside the units so they don't get messed up if the batteries leak. 


Glen Kippel
KHCS
Palm Desert, CA