Access To An Emergency Radio Is Crucial During A Crisis

By Eric Holm


In the time of crises we often lose control over our thought process and become nervous. Such traumatic emergency situations or conditions need to be handled with proper care and intelligence. Your safety should always be the top priority in any case because unless you are safe you cannot provide help to others. Safety is always the top priority and emergency communications is the basic element to this safety. It requires a lot of courage on the part of the victim to wake up and take charge after the devastating damage that comes with a natural or man-made disaster.

Earthquakes, floods and tsunamis wreak havoc with the normal communication systems. Sometimes the systems become overwhelmed with the sheer volume of calls as people frantically try to call for help or contact loved ones. Antennas will fail to work when the power is interrupted and system wires and cellular towers are vulnerable to physical damage from severe weather conditions. Blizzards, hurricanes and other bad storms can knock out the main communications systems and even those run by the government can be affected. When it becomes impossible for citizens to stay in touch with each other, various organizations will step in and offer assistance. Disaster plans are in place to establish temporary communication between the government and its citizens whenever there is some kind of catastrophic event. Various types of equipment and specialized tools will allow people to get in touch with one another and receive vital instructions from governmental agencies.

Amateur Radio: In time of a natural disaster an amateur radio is often used as an important medium of emergency communication. An amateur radio is especially helpful when wire phone, cell phones and other communication mediums fail to respond. Unlike other communication devices, the amateur radio is not completely dependent on land facilities. Amateur radio operators are experienced in using the device. It can easily be powered with an automobile battery.

Many people will rely on a solar radio when the power goes out. This tool is designed to use sunlight as a source of power. A solar radio with flashlight has the added benefit of being able to provide illumination. A good old fashioned AM/FM transistor system is capable of picking up any warnings or instructions being put out by the agencies in charge of public safety. It is crucial to be aware of any local evacuations that may be in effect. Your survival could depend on whether or not you are able to receive this valuable information. These tools will ensure that you stay completely informed about the situation. Headphones and a carrying strap are included with most transistor units.

A simple brass whistle attached to a lanyard may be used to attract attention if you become trapped. The person in need of assistance should use three sharp blasts to get the attention of rescue workers. The rescue workers will answer back with two blasts. There are other devices that can be used to communicate, including a crank radio, a combined crank radio and flashlight, a bull horn or a megaphone.




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