How many TV stations can you watch at one time? How many radio stations can you comprehend at one time? Can you stream YouTube, Google TV, and watch your favorite movie on Netflix at the same time?
How many local repeaters are there in your area? The link lists nine, though not all are in range of the handheld.
Of the nine or those in your area, how many are monitored for emergency calls? If you called a MayDay on your most popular local repeater at 0200, would you get an answer? If you called on any of the simplex channels available (repeater is down), can you reasonably expect an answer?
An old dead Roman said once, "When Danger comes, it's too late to plan". Please plan now how you will communicate during an emergency. Write it down. Share that with local residents. When you hear new folks, tell them "XYZ is monitored for emergencies. ZYX is the backup."
Holiday travel is upon us. Listen. Help.
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