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Week 5: Get a Radio

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Keep a battery-powered or wind-up radio on hand in case electricity fails. Know your local radio station frequencies:

  • CKNW AM 980 KHz
  • STAR FM 98.3 KHz (Abbotsford/Chilliwack area)
  • STAR FM 100.5 KHz (Hope)
Examples of types of radios that could be used:

Approximate Cost $30

Tips:

  • Radio stations are frequently updated by emergency officials and are often the source of current information.
  • Listening to the radio will alert you to important information about what is happening and what you can expect or what you can do to help.
  • Self Powered-Wind up and Crank radios can be purchased at most major retailers including Canadian Tire, London Drugs, Rona, Home De and Wal-Mart.

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