Section 1: Emergency Frequency Reference Cards
Print these, laminate them, and keep them with your radios. These are the frequencies you need when it matters most.
Card 1A: GMRS Emergency Frequencies
| Channel | Frequency (MHz) | Power | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ch 16 | 462.5750 | 50W | Off-road / trail calling channel |
| Ch 20 | 462.6750 | 50W | Unofficial emergency / calling |
| Ch 1 | 462.5625 | 5W | Universal FRS/GMRS shared calling |
| Ch 19 | 462.6500 | 50W | Alternative calling channel |
| Ch 17 | 462.6000 | 50W | Suggested family primary |
| Ch 22 | 462.7250 | 50W | Suggested family backup |
Card 1B: NOAA Weather Radio Frequencies
| Station | Frequency (MHz) | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| WX1 | 162.550 | Most common primary station |
| WX2 | 162.400 | Secondary coverage |
| WX3 | 162.475 | Tertiary coverage |
| WX4 | 162.425 | Regional |
| WX5 | 162.450 | Regional |
| WX6 | 162.500 | Regional |
| WX7 | 162.525 | Regional |
⚠️ Warning: NEVER transmit on NOAA weather frequencies. Programme these as RECEIVE ONLY. Transmitting on these frequencies is a serious federal offence.
Card 1C: Ham Radio Emergency Frequencies
If you or a family member has a ham radio licence, these are the critical frequencies to know:
| Band | Frequency (MHz) | Mode | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2m Calling | 146.520 | FM Simplex | National VHF calling frequency |
| 70cm Calling | 446.000 | FM Simplex | National UHF calling frequency |
| 2m Emergency | 146.550 | FM Simplex | Alternative emergency simplex |
| HF Emergency | 7.240 | LSB | 40m emergency net |
| HF Emergency | 14.300 | USB | 20m emergency net |
| HF Emergency | 3.860 | LSB | 75m emergency net |