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Developing Your Communication Systems for an Emergency * LA- Get Prepared

Having a plan can be your best protection during a disaster.
Developing Your Communication Systems for an Emergency * LA- Amateur Radio Emergency Services

The Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment, with their local ARES leadership, for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.
*You can volunteer for communications duty in case of a disaster, which will improve communications for your neighborhood.
Developing Your Communication Systems for an Emergency * LA- Fire Department Auxiliary Communications Service

The Los Angeles City Fire Department-(LAFD) administration has authorized the Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS) to enroll up to 500 licensed HAMS to back up the Department's 800 MHz radio system. ACS members are used to facilitating auxiliary communications during disasters. You can volunteer to be an LAFD—ACS radio operator, which will improve communications for your neighborhood in case of an emergency.
Developing Your Communication Systems for an Emergency * LA- CERT Training

CERT (Community Emergency Response Training) provides intensive in-person training on several issues, including Personal & Family Preparation
Securing Your Basic Water Needs * Red Cross: Ensuring your water is safe

In addition to having a bad odor and taste, water from questionable sources may be contaminated by a variety of microorganisms, including bacteria and parasites. All water of uncertain purity should be treated before use. Follow these steps to treat water for consumption and/or hygiene.
Developing an Alternative Cooking Source Mini Folding Camp Stoves

Compact flat-folding stoves with canned fuel. Ideal for warming or reheating food. Can be used indoors as long as there is ventilation.
Developing an Alternative Cooking Source Portable Cooking Bags

Compact and portable self heating meals. Activate the heating pad and add any liquid to cook the meal.
Creating Alternative Lighting Sources * Lumin AID - Solar Lantern

LuminAID solar powered lights are lightweight, durable, IP68 waterproof, inflatable lights. The unit can hold charge for up to two years.
Creating Alternative Lighting Sources * Biolite - Solar Light Kit

This kit includes a solar panel that captures daily sun to charge up a central control box which powers 3 hanging lights, a USB charge-out, and an MP3/FM radio system.
Developing Your Communication Systems for an Emergency * Eton - Radio Communication System

A weather alert radio system and solar-powered sound system from Eton can be used during emergency situations.

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