Official International QO-100 Emergency Frequency

In order to coordinate potential emergency communications during the actual or any other crisis, the following frequency shall be assigned as international emergency frequency on QO-100 NB Transponder with immediate effect. 

QO-100 International Emergency Frequency

• Downlink: 10489.860 MHz
• Uplink: 2400.360 MHz
• SSB channel: max. 2.7kHz bandwidth

All users on QO-100 are encouraged to monitor this frequency, but keep it clear for emergency traffic!

QO-100 Bandplan

QO-100 / Es’hail-2 Footprint

Source: AMSAT-DL 

Besides, here are some tips about everyday preventive actions to help prevent COVID-19, including:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. 
• Use an alcohol-based hand sanitize that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Wear Face Mask.