The HWN Report

The HWN Report Episode 1 - The Birth of the Hurricane Watch Net and Founder Jerry Murphy

The HWN Report – Episode 1: The Birth of the Hurricane Watch Net and Founder of Jerry MurphySummary:Join Bobby Graves, KB5HAV, for the very first episode of The HWN Report, the official podcast of the Hurricane Watch Net (HWN). Discover the fascinating history of how amateur radio operators became a lifeline during hurricanes, beginning with founder Jerry Murphy, K8YUW, and the Net’s first activation during Hurricane Betsy in 1965. Whether you’re a ham radio operator, a weather enthusiast, or someone interested in hurricane preparedness, emergency communications, and the National Hurricane Center, this episode offers rare insights—including vintage clips of Jerry Murphy himself. Learn how HWN continues to provide real-time ground-truth reports that help save lives when disasters strike.