Morse Code To Signal For Help

MORSE CODE INFORMATION

Morse code, the most important thing that you absolutely need to know is how to signal for help or demonstrate the universal SOS. Below is Morse code and shows SOS:  Morse code was widely used as a form of communication over long distance back when the telegraph system was implemented. Morse code consists of dots and dashes in a specific way to spell out words along with some common pro signs that meant specific things. Morse code was widely used by the Military and civilian communication services.

  In our modern times we communicate using telephones, the internet, and video media and have since abandoned Morse code with the exception of maybe a few private radio operators. I think that it is important to know the basics of Morse code because if we lose our current communication technology, Morse code will ensure our ability to still communicate in an efficient manner.

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  This can be sent many ways: keying a radio on and off, flashing a mirror, toggling a flashlight and similar methods, or if necessary you can use wood, debris, grass, or write it in the sand so that it can be seen from above by aircraft. Remember that when trying to signal aircraft that you use a material that has a lighter or darker contrast so that signal stands out.

 You can also use any reflective surface during the day to send signals because a bright flashing reflection can be seen from miles away. The general rule if you are stranded is to stay put so that rescuers can find you easier, but this is not always the choice that needs to be made. If you are stranded in an area where water and food are not available, then you may need to move to a more sustainable area. If you have to leave, you need to mark the direction of travel so that if help does arrive they know the direction you are going. It is also important to mark your trail as you go. This can be done by stacking rocks or making Xs with sticks or logs and again mark your direction of travel with an arrow with the point showing what direction you are traveling.

If you are in a situation where you are stranded, I hope this information will be a valuable asset in you being found safely and eventually returned home to your loved ones.