 Keep at least three sets of
extra Alkaline batteries on hand for each radio. Rechargeable batteries cannot be charged if your electricity goes out. Tune your radio to Channel 1.
Turn OFF all privacy codes (the second number should read 0 or 00). Practice using the walkie talkies with your family and neighbors before the storm arrives.
Plan what you are going to say and do in different situations. If you find yourself trapped after a hurricane without a landline phone or cell phone
that works, your FRS walkie talkie may be heard by rescuers in the area. Keep extra FRS walkie talkies
and extra Alkaline batteries in your home, boat and car. In a REAL emergency, follow these 3 steps: 1) Turn on your FRS
walkie talkie to Channel 1. Broadcast every hour on the hour with privacy codes turned OFF. Say your name, your exact location,
and the nature of your emergency. 2) Keep calling for 2 minutes. Say, for example: “Emergency! This is
John Smith. I am 12 miles South of Interstate 10 on Route 7. My car won’t start. Please send help.” 3) Listen
3 minutes for an answer. If you don’t hear one, save your batteries by turning off your walkie talkie. Wait until the
top of the next hour to call again.
It’s as easy as 1... 2... 3... Call for help on Channel 1 every hour. Talk
for 2 minutes. Listen for 3 minutes. Courtesy of the National SOS Webpage at: http://www.nationalsos.com/National_SOS_hurricane_zone_flyer_rev_6.pdf
REACT Launches Massive Nationwide
FRS Radio Safety Campaign
REACT International, Inc., National SOS and Midland Radio, have joined forces to create the Preparedness
Partnership. It is a huge, on-going, nationwide safety program to provide Americans with inexpensive Family Radio Service
(FRS) walkie-talkies for emergencies.
When cell phones, home phones and power go
down in severe weather, floods, blizzards or other emergencies, many people are left with no means of communication. FRS can
help fill that serious gap.
Tiny, simple FRS walkie-talkies enable neighbors to check on one another from the safety
of their homes. FRS can help people avoid panic or isolation by enabling them to communicate with nearby friends. FRS will
also enable them to seek help from those neighbors, if needed.
REACT International
has undertaken to offer Midland FRS walkie-talkies at minimal cost so Americans can keep in touch during emergencies. For
$10.99, which includes shipping and handling, REACT will
provide a quality Midland FRS/GMRS radio, a simplified owner’s manual, and operating tips to get best results in emergencies.
That FRS radio will become a vital part of any family’s emergency kit.
After hurricanes Katrina, Gustav and Ike, REACT and National SOS determined that FRS radios could help alleviate
some of the misery and confusion, REACT International president Don Manlove explained. Midland,s support has made
the Preparedness Partnership a reality. It will improve family safety nationwide in emergencies.
For more details on the REACT FRS radio offer, visit the newly unveiled web page found at www.REACTIntl.org/REACT-Radios
Contact:
Ron McCracken, PR Chairman
REACT International, Inc.,
Phone:
905-476-5556
E-Mail: publicity1@reactintl.org
USING FAMILY RADIO SERVICE --
FRS -- "WALKIE TALKIES" Before
the storm hits, it is important that you and your family are practiced and prepared with using FRS (Family Radio Service)
walkie talkies. The
good news: You may already have what you need. These are the same walkie talkies that
millions of families already own for biking, hiking, camping, boating, fishing, and staying in contact with family members
at malls and amusement parks. If
you need to purchase FRS walkie talkies, you can get two for as little as $20 at Walmart, Costco, Home Depot, Lowes, Target,
Staples, Office Depot, Best Buy, and other retailers. Buy at least three sets of extra batteries for each
radio. Alkaline batteries are preferred. Rechargeable batteries cannot be charged
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