I confess to not having heard about Spot devices, but this might be something to think about with another hurricane season upon us. Thanks to our friends at 5wpr.com for sharing the information.
NOAA is forecasting 12 to 17 total named storms of those, 5 to 9 could become hurricanes including 1 to 4 major hurricanes.
With hurricane season fast approaching, now’s the time to make an emergency kit. While non-perishable food, flashlights, extra batteries, are must-haves, everyone should consider a SPOT device. It allows you to track your most valued assets, like a vehicle, a boat, a trailer. Here is what their PR firm says:
"When a hurricane or major weather event strikes, cellular coverage is often disrupted, making it difficult to connect and communicate with family, friends and employees. SPOT devices provide communication capabilities – even when users are out of cell range – and can initiate search and rescue with a single button. In fact, SPOT has helped initiate over 9,000 rescues worldwide."
This is their pricing structure:
SPOT Trace: Satellite Tracking Device. (MSRP: $99.99) SPOT Trace offers advanced tracking for your most valued assets (vehicle, boat, snow mobile, etc.). Instantly receive a text or email when movement is detected and follow SPOT Mapping on your phone or computer.
SPOT Gen4: Satellite GPS Messenger. (MSRP: $149.99) SPOT Gen4 lets family, friends, and colleagues know you are OK, or if the unexpected should happen, sends your GPS location to emergency responders all with the push of a button.
SPOT X: 2-Way Satellite Messenger.(MSRP: $249.99) Connect SPOT X to your smart phone via Bluetooth wireless technology through the SPOT X app to access your contacts and communicate easily with family, friends, or directly with Search & Rescue services in a life-threatening situation.
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