How can I communicate if my mobile phone goes out? Cell phones require working service or internet and a charged battery to operate. During an emergency, you may have to rely on alternative forms of communication, such as amateur radio, family band radios, satellite phones, landlines, Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP), social media, or old-fashioned handwritten notes.

Imagine how frustrating it could be to experience a sudden disruption in an emergency situation and not be able to reach your family members or call emergency help. It can be scary, but it doesn't have to be that way. A little advanced planning and practice can help maintain vital communications in many scenarios where the cell phone is unavailable.

In this video we discuss the basic communication devices and explore the benefits and limitations of each device. Consider scenarios where you will need to communicate and what tools or methods will help you achieve the desired outcome

For more information on emergency communication, please see our article: A Prepper's Guide to Communicating in an Emergency
https://theprovidentprepper.org/a-preppers-guide-to-communicating-in-an-emergency/

Other posts that may interest you include:

Steps to Create a Successful Family Emergency Plan
https://theprovidentprepper.org/steps-to-build-a-successful-family-emergency-plan/

A wise preppers guide to bartering skills and supplies
https://theprovidentprepper.org/a-wise-preppers-guide-to-bartering-skills-and-supplies/

To find an amateur radio group near you, visit ARRL, the National Association for Amateur Radio at http://www.arrl.org/. This link http://www.arrl.org/clubs will take you directly to the page where you can search for local clubs. To enjoy!

You may want to check out these items on Amazon as you search for communication tools to help your family communicate in an emergency.

Emergency radio with emergency power supply and NOAA warning
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Shortwave radio
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Power bank or spare battery pack
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Portable crank generator for mobile phones
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Solar charger for mobile phones
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Inverter with car adapter
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Satellite phone kit
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Radioddity FRS radios
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Midland GMRS two-way radio, 2 pieces
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Midland GMRS two-way radio, 6 pieces
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Bearcat 880 DB Radio from Uniden
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Cheap, starter amateur radio
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Jackery portable power station Explorer 500
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Faraday bags or EMP bags to protect equipment
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A special thanks to Mark Conrad and Loren Chandler for sharing the great photos with us!

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