Pretty much all in the thread title, I'll elaborate if necessary.
We "had" code words but pretty much lost them due to lack of use (and the fact the kids are all adults now and we all avoid high risk locations).
Something related I do have in my preps is decks of cards. On the back of each card I wrote the meaning. (e.g. Ace of hearts means "All clear" or Ace of spades means "people approaching").
All decks are annotated the same.
If SHTF, I and a couple others would most likely be outside protecting the perimeter while others would remain indoors. All parties have binoculars or scope. Anyone could lift a card or cards so send a message. Can't really rely on radios because the messages could be intercepted or you're out of batteries.
If I recall correctly:
Hearts were for all clear or good messages (thus the heart).
Diamonds were logistical messages like directions, movements or I need food.
Spades were warning messages
Clubs were for danger messages.
The decks are grouped by suit and number. Good (hearts) or logistical (diamond) messages at the top of the deck (and they're all red cards). Behind those go the spades then clubs.
E.g. Ace of spades (people approaching) and 3 of diamonds (denotes direction, in this case East) could be flashed to others so everyone knows what's going on. If the approaching group is armed, you would also raise the appropriate Club card.
If we set the alarm off, the company immediately calls the phone and asks for the 'code word' before calling the cops.I can't even remember the code word I am supposed to tell the alarm company when they call to make sure everything is alright. So I guess that will get me the police response I may need. Probably even when I don't need it.
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