04/25/2019 / By Zoey Sky
When SHTF and circumstances force you to evacuate from your home, where do you plan on bugging out? Will you head to the nearest city, or will you go to a secure bug-out site? (h/t to Survivopedia.com)
Preppers know that it’s important to plan ahead, especially since you never know when a large-scale disaster like a nuclear strike or terrorist attack can occur. To ensure that you survive the initial shock-wave of any emergency scenario, you need to be alert so you can keep your family safe.
It’s no secret that in most cities in first world countries, such in the U.S., life is easier because of technology. The downside is, most people who are used to living in comfort with electricity, modern appliances, and running water have no idea how to survive when SHTF and lose most (if not all) access to these amenities.
In a large-scale disaster, preppers know that big cities should be avoided because densely populated urban areas could run out of supplies very fast. When people get desperate in big cities, things may get even worse: Those desperate for supplies may resort to looting and theft, which you definitely don’t want your family to deal with.
If you live in a large city, stockpiling gear and supplies is equivalent to painting a target on your back. To avoid this, preppers will wisely set up bug-out locations (BOL) in secure areas that only family members know about.
If you have the means to do so, set up a BOL in a remote area with access to clean water, fishing areas, and hunting locations.
To ensure that you reach your BOL safely, each family member must have the following items in their bug-out bags (BOBs):
Another thing to consider when SHTF is how you’re going to reach your BOL, especially if the transport infrastructure is gridlocked due to an influx of people who also want to escape the city.
When disaster strikes, avoid areas where people tend to gather, such as:
In the event of a large-scale disaster, avoid areas likes big cities and transport infrastructures. Stick to your escape plan so your whole family can safely reach your BOL.
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