As mentioned a few days ago, we have a guest, so I have not been on the radio.
If the thunder risks are low, I may be on later Tuesday.
15 Aug 2022
Thunder risks
As I have mentioned many times before, I am definitely no expert on thunder and lightning.
My philosophy is simple: if there is any risk disconnect everything.
That is antennas, PCs, mains plugs, mains earths etc.. Although the chances of a direct strike are low in the UK, they are not zero. Also, surges in main voltages with storms in the vicinity can cause damage. Always treat storm risks seriously. I keep and eye on approaching storms. If there is any risk, I take these precautions.
If you want to try to prevent damage from a direct strike, very thick straps are needed as lightning can be very powerful.
Fine House and Garden - NOT amateur radio
This fine house and garden are near the entrance to Ely Cathedral.
14 Aug 2022
10m QRP WSPR TX (Sunday)
As I am being "sociable", my 10m gear is not turned on today. To get to the shack I have to walk through the guest's bedroom, which I am avoiding.
Holidays - NOT amateur radio
8m experiment (Sunday)
As we have someone staying, I am being sociable and staying off the radio, so 8m QRP FT8 TX is very unlikely today. Sociable is a concept I shall have to learn, HI.
13 Aug 2022
UK fuel prices - NOT amateur radio
Last winter we would have been appalled at even today's prices. Let us hope they fall further.
These were the prices at our local co-op earlier per litre.
10m WSPR QRP TX
As my 10m antenna was available all morning, I was again on 10m WSPR TX with my 500mW beacon. Sadly, no spots.
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