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“SOS” is the universal signal for distress. It was established in 1906 as the official Morse code distress signal by the International Radio Telegraphic Convention. To this day, it’s a signal that most people recognize. In case you need a refresher, the Morse code for “SOS” is three dots, three dashes, and three dots. 

Many people interpret a sequence of three sounds to be a universal sound of distress because of this standard code. So, if you’re lost in the wilderness or trying to signal for help by making noise with a physical object, make three identical sounds in quick succession. For example, hit rocks together three times, fire a gun three times, or clap three times.