Top five dangers of spotting

[Dennis Sherrod]

People chasing that are not quilified nor have a ham radio!!!:

Are you saying that not having a ham radio is a danger if you are spotting or chasing?

 

[Jason Foster]

Are you saying that not having a ham radio is a danger if you are spotting or chasing?

Yeah....I too wonder about that statement. I actually don't think people need to get a ham radio license to chase...in fact...I hate chasers who only get their license in order to chase/spot. It's just as easy to phone in or use other means. Ham radio is a communications hobby, and chasers tend to lack the necessary protocol and skill when using ham radio. I speak of the many...but not of the whole on this. It is not a necessary tool, there are many other tools that accomplish the same task without becoming a ham.

 

[mikedeason]

People chasing that are not quilified nor have a ham radio!!!:

So now I need not only a 2m radio to chase, but an angry porcupine as well?

 

[Ryan McGinnis]

So now I need not only a 2m radio to chase, but an angry porcupine as well?

From what I understand, the many quills provide an early warning via St. Elmo's Fire that you should get back in the car.

 

[Darren Addy]

Now THAT was funny, Jason:

Top five dangers for Spotters....ah....

1. Flying wheels from a big, ugly tank-like chase vehicle.
2. Radiation from the DOW.
3. Someone being blinded from all the blinking lights of the spotter's vehicle.
4. Forgetting your skywarn Badge and not being allowed in the damage area.
5. Actually spotting something.

I know that was a little harsh, but posted in good fun.