Hi.

I can see one problem with this scenario already.  At least to the extent 
that these radios use rechargeable batteries, if one doesn't use them 
regularly, they probably won't operate when the real disaster strikes.  Of 
course, for the units that can run on dry cells, they might be viable as 
long as one is in the habit of keeping spare dry cells on hand.

It's an interesting idea.  Thus far, I personally haven't found a use for 
FRS, and consequently haven't invested in it.

I don't really have a reliable emergency power source at this time, so my 
station is probably of use for emergency communications to the extent that 
I have a station packed up that can be rapidly deployed wherever 
needed.  It stays in a backpack, ready to be taken to wherever at a 
moment's notice.  The biggest time requirement is the time it takes to 
erect an antenna--the actual station can be set up and on the air in about 
5 minutes.


73, de Lou K2LKK



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