Some models have Bluetooth connectivity, so you can stream music from other devices, or shortwave radio as another information source. Other helpful features include a beacon, SOS alarm, and USB ports for charging devices. They told us a good one can be charged in multiple ways, and should have at minimum a flashlight and AM/FM radio, in addition to weather band channels, which broadcast weather alerts in a localized area. “Diversifying your technology ecosystem to be able to receive the alert two, three, maybe even four times is a great way to make sure that you can protect yourself and your family,” says Andrew Phelps, COO of AC Disaster Consulting and the former head of emergency management for the state of Oregon.īesides Phelps, we spoke to many survival and emergency preparedness experts to find out what to look for in an emergency radio. During emergencies like a hurricane or earthquake or terrorist attack, however, when power and Wi-Fi may be out and cell towers may be down, an emergency radio can be a vital backup source of information, as well as of power, light, and even entertainment. ![]() ![]() You may not think you need an emergency radio since you can get weather reports and news from your cell phone or TV. Photo-Illustration: The Strategist Photos: Retailers
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