"brad" wrote in message
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Not at all- especially if you need medical aid.

chances of a ham radio operator being 'at hand' at that time,
is about the same as flagging down a squad or a police car.

Usually when they are going to be out longer than that,
they bring in portable cell sites ( generator powered ), and can cover
the
majority of the effected area.

Good point- You should invest in one of those to pull behind your fiero.

The Fiero is getting a new exhaust system, but the Corvette is running
fine,
thanks I'll bear that in mind. (2 seater plastic cars, you gotta love them )