Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Toledo, OH frequency change

The Toledo, OH weather radio frequency will be changed from 162.550 MHz to 162.500 MHz effective March 3, 2008. Power will be increased from 100 W to 300 W, increasing the coverage area and resolving interference issues with the nearby Detroit/Southfield transmitter, which also broadcasts on 162.550 MHz.

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Updates on planned stations

Great Bend, KS -- within the next year
Hutchinson, KS -- low-power; unknown schedule
LaCygne, KS -- should be on the air by September.
Accomack County, VA -- funded (RUS grant) -- expected on the air later this year

Also, upgrades will be made at the Wichita, KS site -- new cabling, new transmitter, and new antenna 300 feet higher (on the same tower).