A national system that interrupts radio, television, cable, and satellite to broadcast alerts. A backup when other channels fail. See ch. 1.
EEA (Energy Emergency Alert)
An Energy Emergency Alert from the grid operator at levels 1, 2, and 3. At EEA 3, the operator orders controlled outages. See ch. 9.
Emergency blanket (space blanket, Mylar)
An aluminized sheet that reflects body heat. It weighs almost nothing, but it does not insulate from the ground or replace dry clothing. See ch. 5.
EMP (electromagnetic pulse)
A burst of energy from a high-altitude nuclear detonation or an extreme solar storm that can damage electronic devices and the power grid. An unlikely scenario. See chs. 15, 19, and23.
Epinephrine (auto-injector)
A rescue medication for anaphylaxis, prescribed to the allergic person. Follow the instructions printed on the device and call 911. See ch. 7.
EPIRB
A beacon for boats; like a PLB, it sends a distress signal by satellite. Seech. 13.
