I was thinking of getting a pair of handheld CBs for emergencies. I'm
in the US just FYI since each country has a billion different standards.
I saw a story about Hurricane Sandy, where a family member went out to
help somebody down the road. Wouldn't it be nice if he brought a radio
so he could communicate with the people he left at home? Since I my
area was amazingly lucky and had literally zero damage even though the
storm passed right over us. Things could have been very different. It
got me thinking that if I were in that situation.
I was thinking of a set of UHF, GMRS, or even business band radios. I
knew I would be breaking the law using them, but during an emergency I
don't think anybody would come after me. I would not use them every
day. I'm thinking CB might be a good idea too, since there are probably
more people on it and they could listen in and possibly help. A good
thing if emergency services are stretched if operating at all.
Eventually I plan on getting a HAM license, and being part of the local
Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES).
What is your input? Any specific models or brands of radio I should get
that fits the bill?