OK, here's what I know so far.

I've been told that two of us from the local vol fireco make up a team. We'll be working on the ground, doing "outreach" and such. I suspect body recovery is a part of this job.

I've been told I'll need to pack mini-trauma kit, BP cuff and so forth.

We'll be supplied with water & food, however, we're expected to carry at least 2 gallons on our person, as well as enough everything to be "autonomous" for 10 days at a time.

Guns are not allowed unless I'm deputized, which I'm working on now (if anyone cares, I carry a Glock in .45 ACP and I intend to bring it if at all possible. My PA Carry permit isn't good in LA, but there's options I can explore).

Ham radio networks are not really working yet, however that's part of the deployment - to get something like a network up. CB Radio is also being used to soem extent. Cell phone service is sporatic but working in some places.

The ship-out date is not firm, they asked to be left alone - basically, don't call us, we'll call you.

So, I may still be here Monday, I may not.

I'm packed, I'm ready. I want to go, I hope I do.

Nice choice of weapon. Is it 21, 30, or 36? I'm tossed between my next purchase of the latter two. Anyways, good luck and we wish you well. Paul.

Good luck, Martin, and stay safe.

I've also heard that the first group of two man teams are doing nothing but handing out pamphlets with the FEMA number on them. So be prepared..you might really be doing "community outreach".

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