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Introduction

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SAME Alert Level Codes

There are four (4) alert level codes that provide important

active weather information. These alert codes are checked

against the FIPS codes location list. When proper “Alert”

conditions are met, the radio will switch to the WX Alert

mode on the WX Alert channel and sound an alarm.

NOTE

When the alarm sounds, the display will show the

Alert icon, SAME letter icons and SAME Alert

letter/numbers flashing.

Alert Level Codes:

A1 = Warning – Those events that pose a significant threat

to public safety and/or property. The probability of

occurrence and location is high and the onset time is

relativity short.

A2 = Watch – Events that meet the classification of Warning

(above), but either the onset time, probability of

occurrence or location is uncertain.

A3 = Statement – A message containing follow up

information to a Warning or Watch.

A4 = Test – Brief Voice text of the weekly test describing the

service provided, area covered, and application of the

warning alarm tone and NWR SAME code. These tests

normally occur on Wednesday between 11 a.m. and

1 p.m. local time with some variations to accommodate

local requirements.

Operating Your Radio

SAME Alert Level Code

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