WW3 fears as nuclear warning from US Government highlights area '15 mins from disaster'
The US Federal Emergency Management Agency has issued a chilling guide on how to survive a nuclear attack as global tensions rise amid the conflict in Ukraine and Middle Eastern disputes grow more heated
As global tensions mount, the US Federal Emergency Management Agency has released a spine-chilling survival guide for a nuclear attack amid the escalating Ukraine conflict and intensifying Middle Eastern disputes.
Echoing Cold War-era preparedness, the agency's updated advice aims to shield Americans from the horrors of a nuclear explosion. A nuclear simulation grimly tallies the death toll should Russia target Washington DC with a nuke – the numbers are staggering, reports the Irish Star.
FEMA's sombre instructions are stark: "Nuclear explosions can cause significant damage and casualties from blast, heat, and radiation but you can keep your family safe by knowing what to do and being prepared if it occurs," underscoring the critical nature of this knowledge for survival.
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The agency further highlights the broad spectrum of nuclear threats ranging from handheld devices to massive missiles, contributing to the unpredictability of such assaults. The perils extend beyond immediate flash blindness and blast waves capable of annihilating structures miles away; there's also the menace of radiation inflicting cellular havoc and sickness, as well as thermal energy causing widespread burns and property destruction.
An electromagnetic pulse (EMP) presents a formidable threat, with the potential to knock out electronics well beyond the blast zone. Yet, it's the fallout that's truly sinister – a lethal cocktail of soil and debris that plummets from the sky, bringing illness to anyone in its path.
The initial explosion and subsequent radioactive fallout might vanish within minutes or a day, but their effects can be irreversibly catastrophic. "Fallout is most dangerous in the first few hours after the detonation when it is giving off the highest levels of radiation," FEMA has advised.
The agency added: "It takes time for fallout to arrive back to ground level, often more than 15 minutes for areas outside of the immediate blast damage zones. This is enough time for you to be able to prevent significant radiation exposure."
The agency has set forth three vital steps for safety: get inside, stay inside and stay tuned. Initially, one should find refuge in the closest building, shed any contaminated garments, and seek a spot as far removed from windows and walls as possible, preferably in a basement or the core of the building.
Following that, the recommendation is to remain sheltered indoors for no less than 24 hours or until new directives are issued. Family members are urged not to try to meet up outside to avoid coming into contact with radiation.
Pets, too, should be kept inside. Lastly, keeping up to date via media outlets is crucial for staying informed about the situation and any important safety updates.
In the face of a nuclear fallout or radiation exposure, it's recommended to instantly strip off clothing and either take a shower or clean with fresh, damp cloths. It's vital to plan for nuclear explosions beforehand, which involves assembling survival kits and pinpointing the nearest fallout shelters to your house, workplace, or other regular spots.
If you're caught outside or in a risky place during an explosion, find the most secure shelter and lay down with your face towards the ground. If you're in a car – generally deemed unsafe – you should crouch below the dashboard.
FEMA has said survival odds aren't as bleak as they might seem, but emphasised the significance of readiness and comprehending necessary safety procedures.