Going out on the water can be dangerous, especially if you don’t have the right equipment.
If you do find yourself in trouble, being able to communicate that you need help can be a lifesaver—literally!
The U.S. Coast Guard recommends in this article supplying yourself with a VHF-FM marine radio, a 406 EPIRB, an air horn or whistle, a visual distress signal, and a cell phone as a good back-up.
Read more here:
https://www.southernmarylandchronicle.com/2019/08/26/coast-guards-top-5-recommended-communication-devices-to-take-with-you-underway/