transceiver

Communication and Informatics Minister Budi Arie Setiadi said earlier that local internet providers, which rely on base transceiver stations to transmit signals, are unable to reach outer islands because they have limited coverage.

The second skier used a satellite communication device to call for help, and then a rescue transceiver and probe pole to locate the first skier buried under about 5 feet of snow.

The companion was able to locate Burks quickly by turning on his transceiver, the Baker County Sheriff’s Office said.

Bernall said three pieces of gear are essential: an avalanche beacon or transceiver, which sends location signals to others; a shovel to test snowpack or dig out companions; and a thin, folding pole to poke into the snow in search of anyone buried.

A few basic pieces of equipment — a shovel, probe and transceiver — could be helpful for people headed out to the snow, Keating said.