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Stock a Pair of Rabbit Ears for the 2008 Hurricane Season

Most televisions today get signals from cable or satellite providers, not from the antennas of old. This means that during a disaster, if the cable goes out before the power does, you won’t be able to tune into TV channels. However, if you purchase an inexpensive pair of “rabbit ears,” you should be able to tune into local TV. Remember that during a storm, it is best to have access to multiple sources of communication, so rabbit ears are a great addition to your 2008 hurricane supply kit.

 

About Rabbit Ears

• In February of 2009, due to the television switchover to digital format, the rabbit ears will no longer work. However, for the current hurricane season, they may provide you with local information that you could really need, and may not otherwise have access to.
• Antennas are typically priced higher than rabbit ears, but either product will work to bring in television signals.
• Information like shelter availability and road closures is broadcast over local television stations. If you have a pair of rabbit ears or an antenna, you should have access to these local stations, and access to pertinent local information.
• If your cable signals fail and you still have a power source, you can watch television by disconnecting the cable from the back of the television set, and then hooking up the rabbit ears to the back of the TV. However, note that for the particular pair of rabbit ears or antenna you purchase, make sure to follow the specific instructions when connecting the device to your television.