We live on the coast in SE Alaska and we're wondering if this radio is a good option for getting earthquake & tsunami warnings?
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I believe it is worldwide in coverage. You might want to check with the Manufacturer and be sure.
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This radio would be most useful after you know there is a threat but it does not have an alarm capability. I would recommend the use of one that has an alarm for NOAA Emergency Notification. This radio would be of more use after you are aware of a potential disaster situation due to the fact that no outside power is required. The normal plug in NOAA Alarm radio would alert you to the warning while this radio would be an ideal radio to stay informed after the fact. It's dynamo allows you to have a recharge capability indefinitely. The two-way capability would allow you to stay in touch with others family/friends if they are within the range of the your typical GMRS walkie-talkie. This radio would be most useful after you know there is a threat but it does not have an alarm capability. I would recommend the use of one that has an alarm for NOAA Emergency Notification. This radio would be of more use after you are aware of a potential disaster situation due to the fact that no outside power is required. The normal plug in NOAA Alarm radio would alert you to the warning while this radio would be an ideal radio to stay informed after the fact. It's dynamo allows you to have a recharge capability indefinitely. The two-way capability would allow you to stay in touch with... » Read More This radio would be most useful after you know there is a threat but it does not have an alarm capability. I would recommend the use of one that has an alarm for NOAA Emergency Notification. This radio would be of more use after you are aware of a potential disaster situation due to the fact that no outside power is required. The normal plug in NOAA Alarm radio would alert you to the warning while this radio would be an ideal radio to stay informed after the fact. It's dynamo allows you to have a recharge capability indefinitely. The two-way capability would allow you to stay in touch with others family/friends if they are within the range of the your typical GMRS walkie-talkie. « Show Less
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It has 7 standard NOAA stations programmed into it. You should check with your local NOAA broadcasting to see if it would be effective. You can visit Midland's website for the product manual to view the actual frequencies.
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It works good for local severe weather warnings i bought as base for numerous hand held walkie talkie units for a couple of mile range. So...hmmm
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Technically, you need to get permission from a vessels captain to use any radio equipment at sea. Practically, I don't think you will have any problems using this while in or near a port and that is the only time you will be able to reach a shore based repeater. You are an FCC licensed amateur radio operator aren't you? If not, than this is not the right radio for you. Look for a FRS or MURS radio instead.
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I don't know, but if you call Dakota Alert in Elk Point, SD they sell this radio and I bet they will know. www.dakotaalert.com They have been very helpful to me. By the way I have two of these and they work really well.
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yes, but I rarely us it because the batteries last so long and its really portable then. With the weather bandand the above average reception I take this radio everywhere I go in Alaska for safety.
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First you should know that I have neither radio. However I do have a First Alert radio similar in operation to the WR300 and Uniden scanners similar to the Uniden 500 channel radio. If you are interested in only the NOAA weather alerts then the WR300 would be a good choice. The Uniden is a scanner radio which can also be set to receive your local public service channels such as police and fire. This particular Uniden radio however is only capable of receiving analog radio transmissions and many public services have switched to digital and/or trunking systems. This Uniden radio will not receive those public service systems. If you are interested in that you should check what is used in your area. Both will receive NOAA but if I was interested in only NOAA weather alerts I would use the WR300 with the S.A.M.E. feature. THat is my opinion. Hope it helps.
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the am/fm tuning is good but we really do not use it much for that purpose. We wish the weather alerts could be more specific to our local area.
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I would recommend having a VHF. You should have redundant systems for communication. Cell phones are awesome but they can fail. You can talk to the coast guard on the vhf, especially if they are searching for you at night or in fog. You can also contact vessel assist on VHF. You can contact marinas and fuel docks on VHF. Learn the different channels where all these services are available and you have a whole new way to communicate. Not to mention you get 24hr continuous NOAA weather reports on your little VHF. My opinion....
1996309
Thanks for asking ! No, this radio doe snot pick NOAA, but Kaito made many NOAA radios, search for KA210 which is a great NOAA radio ! Kaito Customer Care Team
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Yes...It's wonderful. You received the alert tone, the message then it turns itself off. It works this way for all weather alerts and the weekly test signal. Great at night while in bed. You hear the message then it turns off. You don't need to get out of bed. That is the best part for me. Love the radio!!
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Be careful with this radio. If you inadvertently place an Emergency Service frequency on this radio and interfere with the Emergency Service channels by transmitting on those channels, they will report you and the FCC will track you down like a dog. Fines in the 5-figure area are not unusual.I noticed in the Chirp programming instructions that the Transmit Capability of each memory can be disabled. Safety First !
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I own several Dakota Alerts. I am using one that is a little over a mile away and it works perfectly. I have another one with an external antenna on a 20 foot mast that I can hear 5 miles away.
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Living out in the far North of Alaska I have no electricity and the CC Radio-2E not only brings in the distant signals but is my (only) alarm clock! Some pictures on my blog at http://kl1hbalaska.wordpress.com
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Sorry I am a bit late with my answer, we are in Micronesia on the outer islands, we had no internet for almost 2 months, I just tried it out, and for me it scans all the channels available, we have the radio for more then 2 years now and are very happy with it, very small and light, easy to take with you. Hope it answers your question, regards, Eddy
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I use my radio on a large lake in northern Minnesota. I think it has good sound ad pretty good reception. It's the best portable radio I have found for my use. This is the second one I have had. They take a beating in the boat and I don't think the moisture does them any good but I have been satisfied with my radio.
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You probably need to adjust the sensitivity. Mine goes off if there's an earthquake close, but also it depends on if the primary waves reach me. Check other Q&A;'s here on how to adjust it. If it's set right, it should give you a few seconds warning before you feel the earthquake.
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Just used it for severe storm warnings. Check with Google -sorry to not be able to help :)
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I don't know if they will interact. If they have the same frequencies they should. To be sure contact Dakota Alert Company. They are very helpful.