Digital communications team members across Eastern Massachusetts have deployed high-speed VARA FM and HF Winlink Remote Message Servers (RMS) to serve regional healthcare centers.
The enhanced packet mesh network enables emergency communicators to send encrypted email attachments, medical logistics forms, and damage assessment spreadsheets without active commercial internet infrastructure.
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Monthly digital training nets allow ARES liaisons and hospital staff to practice sending emergency radiograms, reinforcing local agency operational readiness.
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