What is an Emergency Crank Radio?
The emergency crank radio is a very important part of any emergency kit in a home. Natural and man-made disasters or simply long power outages can mean people are without important information that may be broadcasted on various radio channels or frequencies. While many rely on powered sources to get their news, like TV, plug in radios, and computers, these may not be available when a disaster hits. The emergency crank radio can provide a backup source of information, and other features that can help people get the information they need during such times. As the name implies, the emergency crank radio is powered by using a hand crank, usually for about half a minute to two minutes, to provide the radio with power for about a half hour to an hour. Many of these radios feature other power sources too. Some can be battery operated, have an adapter to plug in when the power goes back on, and many also can be solar powered. The multiple ways in which the radio can get power make it more usef
