Channel 16 VHF on the marine radio frequency is the International Emergency Distress Frequency for shipping and maritime purposes. It may only be used for broadcasting MayDay, Pan-pan or urgent Safety (Known as "Securite") messages. It is allied to the 2182 kHz frequency. Distress signals at sea are defined in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and in the International Code of Signals. Distress signals on marine radio schemes should be broadcast as described using VHF Channel 16 (156.8 MHz) or via High Frequency on 2182 kHz or:-
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