One of the worst case scenarios our society can face is a nuclear power plant meltdown. And we’ve actually seen this happen before in Chernobyl and it’s absolutely horrifying and totally devastating to all life that is in and around the location of the power plant. If you are currently living in an area that is near a nuclear power plant or are thinking of moving to an area that is near one of these facilities, here are something you really need to know and take into consideration.
First off, if you are thinking of moving close to a plant, it’s suggested that you find a home that is at least 50 miles away and is upwind. Due to the fact that most winds blow west to east in the U.S., it’s probably better to live to the west of such a plant.
One of the biggest threats to a nuclear facility is a problem with the electrical power grid. Like if one of our enemies hit our nation with an EMP or something of that nature. These plants are dependent on electricity to keep the gigantic water cooling pumps they use working. Without the pumps, a meltdown is all but guaranteed.
Yes, the facilities are typically equipped with backup diesel generators, however, there are situations where the generators could become defunct. Not to mention that the fuel source for generators is not limitless. Eventually they too will shut down.
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I am reposting this map that I put together years ago. It indicates the location of all the operating nuclear power plants in the United States. I have added a 50-mile radius (100-mile diameter) circle around each one.
I have chosen a 50-mile radius as a reasonable distance factor. Generally speaking – radioactive fallout will dissipate and disperse over distance. And there is the inverse-square-law. Wind patterns WILL affect this, however, and the method of fallout will also affect the spread pattern (explosion and altitude versus meltdown, etc..). That said, I believe this is a reasonable guideline to consider as a minimum distance to live from a nuclear power plant if you have the choice.
I have chosen a 50-mile radius as a reasonable distance factor. Generally speaking – radioactive fallout will dissipate and disperse over distance. And there is the inverse-square-law. Wind patterns WILL affect this, however, and the method of fallout will also affect the spread pattern (explosion and altitude versus meltdown, etc..). That said, I believe this is a reasonable guideline to consider as a minimum distance to live from a nuclear power plant if you have the choice.One of the tools you might want to consider having in your survival kit if you live close to a nuclear plant is a geiger counter.
When it comes to price, I have found that the detector itself, the Geiger tube (the part that actually collects / detects the radiation) makes a pretty big difference in performance (and price). It has to do with sensitivity, accuracy, and measurement speed. Though even the lesser expensive units are still adequate to alert you of dangerous radiation. I primarily recommend GQ Electronics (reasonably priced) for a good general purpose Geiger counter and Dosimeter for prepping and preparedness. Also, I’ll add the Mazur Instruments Geiger counter for those looking for ultimate accuracy and speed (much more expensive with 2-inch ‘gold standard’ Geiger detector tube).
You should also consider purchasing a gas mask as a means of protecting yourself from radioactive fallout, which can poison the body and lead to death.
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