Re: How about these beans.
Russ,
Cell phones are the first technology to fail in a widespread emergency. In fact, I am not sure, but I think they can be shut down and allowed to serve only those chosen. Maybe. Somebody who knows more has to inform us here.
The "party line" flavor of ham radio also helps; each point does not have to be contacted individually. One call can go out to all to see who can help. That worked wonders for us in St. Thomas.
There are ways to make antennas and towers inconspicuous, or at least as inobtrusive as possible.
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