As technologically advanced as we are, if faced with a dire enough survival incident or situation, the good old radio might be our only communication with the outside world.

But without power it is useless and even batteries eventually run out of juice; here is how to use a simple solar panel to replace your normal power source for your transistor radio.

If you live in any area that poses a natural or man-made disaster threat, chances are you know what stations to listen to on your radio if such an event occurs.

You need, though, power, which in many survival situations, is disrupted and sometimes for days; that is where this amazing idea for using a simple solar cell to power your radio can be invaluable!

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