CB Radios: Citizens Band Radios for Survival Communication

From the Article:
Why is CB Radio good for Emergency Communications?

Even during small scale disasters (earthquakes, seasonal storms, etc.), normal communications channels can become compromised quite easily; it doesn’t take much to bring down an entire cell network. So to communicate during a disaster should be a top priority. C.B. Radios can be helpful as a backup communications plan for families, households, businesses, cars and transportation.

One reason is because they are extremely reliable during emergencies. Unlike traditional phone lines and cell towers that can fail during inclement weather, Citizens Band Radio works even when other forms of communication have gone down. With little more than the power from your vehicle’s battery or even a couple of double AA batteries for the mobile versions of these radios, you can ensure your ability to communicate when things go bad.

Another beneficial thing about CB radios is that while Ham Radios require a license to operate, CBs do not, making them a good option for kids or people who can’t take the Ham Test for one reason or another.


CB Radio Range
Citizen’ Band radio (CB radio) is primarily intended for short-range communication, usually distances of 5 – 25 miles. But as most serious radio hobbyists know, there are ways to increase their distance and during certain atmospheric conditions, radio signals can be reflected in a way that makes it possible to communicate with people over 1,000 miles away.

In general, with a properly tuned radio and antenna, you should be able to achieve communication distances ranging up to 25 miles.”