inspired by a recent rescue where the subject was located using their cell phone
signal, Coquitlam SAR published an interesting article about cell phones
(especially those with GPS capability) and their role in rescue operations. The
article lists some useful facts about cell phones that are well worth keeping in
mind when you venture into the backcountry. Coquitlam SAR finish the article
with a list of recommendations which every hiker should check out: