WXL39 162.400 Weather Radio 🇺🇸

WXL39 is a NOAA Weather Radio station broadcasting on the frequency of 162.400 MHz, serving as a critical component of the nationwide NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) network. NWR, a public service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS), delivers weather and hazard information around the clock. WXL39's broadcasts include routine weather forecasts with current conditions, expected temperatures, precipitation, and wind details, alongside marine forecasts for coastal areas. Most importantly, WXL39 broadcasts severe weather alerts for events like severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and winter storms. It can also broadcast alerts for non-weather emergencies like AMBER Alerts and hazardous materials incidents, coordinating with local and state authorities. WXL39 utilizes Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) technology, enabling users to program their weather radios to receive alerts only for designated counties or areas by inputting SAME codes. When critical alerts are issued, WXL39 transmits a tone alert to activate compatible weather radios, followed by a clear voice broadcast of the message.