Are you prepared for a large scale cell phone outage? During any type of emergency everyone should have a back-up plan. GMRS can provide emergency communications when you need it most.
As reported on mymotherlode.com on September 30th:
Sonora, CA — A Verizon outage is leaving cell phone customers without service in many parts of the country.
Clarke Broadcasting has heard from several frustrated customers who have lost service in the Mother Lode this morning. It is not just a local issue, as outages have been reported from California all the way to New York.
The company’s national office has put out a statement that they are aware of the situation, and adding, “Our engineers are engaged and we are working quickly to identify and solve the issue.”
Some of the phones are switching SOS mode, indicating that they are not connecting to a wireless network.
In times of emergencies, effective communication is crucial for coordinating rescue efforts and ensuring the safety of individuals. However, there are situations where traditional communication methods fail, leaving people disconnected and isolated. To overcome this challenge, the Tuolumne County GMRS Emergency Relay System has been developed. This innovative system provides a lifeline during communication breakdowns, ensuring reliable connectivity when all else fails. Step by step instructions for acquiring your NO TEST GMRS license.
From a Amateur operator, posted on Facebook:
In response to the flooding and devastation in East Tennessee over the past 48 hours, amateur radio operators have been collaborating with emergency personnel to assist in saving lives and communicating through any means possible. We are utilizing local 2m and 440 frequencies to relay traffic as much as we can. Due to the severity of the event and the remote locations affected, we are faced with challenges in reaching certain areas as bridges and roads have been washed away. Despite these obstacles, we are committed to providing assistance in any way we can, including coordinating water drop-off points. Can we learn from this event and improve our preparedness for the future? The answer is yes. We will continue to do our best to help those affected by this disaster. Mark Hannah, N2UGA. Ps, These pictures really don’t put into perspective the widespread damage that there is!
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