Why are two-way radios recommended for bad weather preparedness?

Two-way radios operate independently of cellular networks and internet infrastructure, which can fail during severe weather events. They provide instant, reliable communication between individuals or teams even in remote or disaster-affected areas. Icom's product line spans land mobile, marine, aviation, and satellite, offering options for virtually any environment.

What are Icom's top tips for surviving bad weather?

Icom's tips focus on proactive preparation, including establishing clear communication methods such as two-way radios or visual signals like flags. They also recommend having contingency plans for essential needs like food and heating before a weather event occurs. The overarching principle is that preparation before a crisis is far more effective than improvising during one.

Who is Icom America and what products do they offer for emergency communication?

Icom America Inc. is the U.S. arm of Icom Incorporated, a global leader in radio communications since 1954. The company manufactures a full line of radios covering land mobile, marine, amateur, aviation, and satellite categories. Products like the IC-SAT100 satellite PTT radio are specifically designed for extreme environments where standard infrastructure is unavailable.

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Surviving Bad Weather: Top 5 Tips from Icom

When severe weather strikes, advance preparation and reliable communication tools become the difference between safety and crisis

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By Jon Paul Beauchamp · October 13, 2023, 6:59 AM UTCBad Weather Survival TipsIcomJon Paul BeauchampRadio Communication

Key takeaways

Advance preparation is critical before severe weather arrives — reactive measures are often too late.

Reliable two-way radio communication is a cornerstone of weather emergency planning, especially when cell infrastructure fails.

Having contingency plans for food, heating, and shelter ensures resilience across a range of weather-related scenarios.

Preparing is crucial as winter approaches and the threat of severe weather looms. Jon Paul Beauchamp, a Senior Manager at Icom, shares five essential tips to ensure safety and comfort during adverse conditions. From effective communication strategies like using flags or two-way radios to having a contingency plan for food and heating, these guidelines aim to equip individuals for any weather-related challenges they might face.

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Hi. I'm John Paul from Icom. And I'm gonna offer five tips for when the bad weather hits and how to be prepared. Number one, have a plan to communicate with your neighbors while you might be homebound. Things like flags or your blinds or court, cart can indicate to your neighbors that you're up and moving and everything is okay. Make sure that your telephone address book is up to date. With your doctors and pharmacy numbers and all of your prescriptions on hand. Consider a two way radio to stay in touch with a friend a few times a day just in case the utilities go out. Number two. Have food for several days. Just in case. Number three, keep medications up to date and copies of all of your prescription handy. This includes a paper copy of your eyeglass prescription just in case. This applies to travel tips as well. Number four, have a plan for cooking your food and heating your home in the event that your utilities go out. Your barbecue grill is a great resource in the event that your electricity or your gas line cannot operate your stove. A well maintained fireplace or a kerosene heater could be an effective way to heat a smaller portion of your home until the utilities come back on. Number five. Know where your critical shutoff are, become familiar with your electrical panel, know where your gas shutoff is, and your water shutoff. As the winter weather approaches, Icom wishes you a warm and cozy winter.

About the author

Jon Paul BeauchampSenior Manager / Business Development

ICOM America sells Land Mobile Radios (for Commercial and Public Safety), WLAN radios, Amatuer radios, Marine Radios, and Aviation radios. and the infrastructure to support each of these markets. Additionally; we have LTE radio equipment and Satellite communications made exclusively for the Iridium network.

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