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by O__________O 1444 days ago
Emergency types & context vary and the appropriate radio will depend on the situation. Sometimes it’s not just about the hardware, but knowing where & when to get a signal — and the best way to use the signal while you have access to it.

Beyond that, having apps, systems and data that are available offline and have appropriate plans for powering them without grid power is also critical.