Best U.S. state to live in if WW3 breaks out
As the threat of
nuclear warfare looms
over international politics, a growing number of Americans are seeking the safest havens within the country to move their families.
Previously, states like Vermont were considered the ultimate sanctuaries for
post-apocalyptic survival
, but now Nebraska seems to be the top choice for those fearing a nuclear winter. With Russia's ongoing conflict in Ukraine, persistent turmoil in the Middle East, and various other violent clashes worldwide, concerns are escalating about the possibility of a
nuclear attack on American soil
.
A map suggests that Nebraska's moderate climate and fertile soil make it an ideal place to avoid nuclear attacks - and potentially rebuild society afterward.
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Ragusa highlighted spots like Northern California, Florida, and Texas as prime selections
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The most dangerous places during an all-out war with a nuclear power would be densely populated urban areas, shopping districts, and regions with extensive public transportation systems. Military bases or data centers could also be likely targets for foreign hostility, making Arlington, Virginia, the most likely candidate for a nuclear strike, according to Mirror US.
Additional maps pinpoint areas most at risk in a nuclear strike, seemingly concentrated in the East and along California's coast. They suggest Montana and North Dakota as pivotal locations due to their numerous nuke sites and launch facilities.
With a plethora of targets mapped out on security charts, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, and Wyoming sit squarely in danger zones, revealing vital infrastructure like active nuclear plants, which also exist in Alabama, Arizona, Maryland,
New Jersey
,
Pennsylvania
, and Tennessee — states that collectively house around 90 such installations.
Americans are on edge as the threat of nuclear war looms
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In response to potential nuclear threat areas, Andrew Ragusa, CEO of REMI Realty in
Long Island
, shared some pearls of property-buying wisdom with Daily Mail readers:
"What used to be important when purchasing a home such as great school district, close to shopping, and near public transportation, has now changed to warm climate, access to food, and access to water."
Ragusa highlighted spots like Northern
California
,
Florida
, and
Texas
as prime selections due to their ideal conditions that align with the updated homebuyer's checklist. He pointed out Nebraska as the top refuge for real estate that could withstand a global war calamity.
Moreover, Ragusa identified states along the Mississippi River such as Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Missouri as solid choices because of their access to drinking water sources.
The Rocky Mountains area is gaining focus from real estate professionals as a key retreat in the event of a nuclear conflict, thanks to its rugged landscape that could shield from direct hits and high altitudes that may help disperse radioactive fallout after a blast.
Chair of the Agent Editorial Board, Jasen Edwards, pinpointed Nebraska as America's optimal haven, noting its "geographical location offers protection against nuclear fallout."
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