Preparing for a nuclear attack has to be paid more attention these days as the possibility of one happening increases as the days go by. Although no disaster should be waited for before you start preparations, nuclear war is the worst type to not have made any plans for. 

This article covers the first plans to effect in your preparations against nuclear warfare. 

Recommendations For Preparing For A Nuclear Attack

Stock Up On Dry & Non-perishable Foods

 

Non-perishables will last for a long time if correctly stored, so stock up on them as much as you can without breaking the bank. The ideal foods are those with plenty of carbohydrates, such as white rice, sugar, honey, beans, powdered milk, biscuits, and many more. You can include canned foods, too but remember a can opener too.

Set Up Water Storage Systems

 

First, this shouldn’t require much of you. As a prepper, it is expected that you already have water collection systems in place and storage resources, too. This paragraph is to ensure you use the right materials. Store water in plastic suitable for storing foods. Consider that a person will have to consume a gallon of water per day. Stock up water purifiers too. They may be essential if your water supply is contaminated. 

Medical Plans

 

Your medical plans are extremely crucial and may make the difference between life and death. You should have a first-aid kit in store. If you would like, get a prepackaged toolkit, and if you’d rather a self-made one, you can do so yourself. The basic items to add are a bandage, sterile gauze, scissors, tweezers, antibiotics, a thermometer, and a survival blanket.

I suggest having a booklet for guidance in the box too. You may be the one who needs help in some cases. Also, you should educate members of your family on how to conduct relevant operations like bandage application, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, prevention of shock, and treatment of burns.

Collect Communication Instruments

 

In case of a nuclear attack, communication will be critical. You must receive updates on time as well as passkey info to others on time-based on your location. With this in mind, you should have a two-way radio that operates on batteries, a whistle for signaling, and a mobile phone (although signals can be scarce).

Stay Updated

 

Now, this is not the same as collecting communication instruments. It starts before the attack. Nuclear attacks don’t just spring up, do they? There is surely news about it. Staying updated on happenings, particularly when two nations are at war, is essential. This will give you a headstart when required. 

Prepare to Bug Out

 

In cases where you have to bug out, say due to the absence of a bunker at home, prepare to do so beforehand. Keep supplies packed for sudden movement. However, it should not come to this until there’s a real possibility of an attack. The Government often provides shelter to stay in such times, but these places are targets for the enemies. It is best to have a bunker at home. 

Conclusion For Preparing For A Nuclear Attack

 

Preparing for a nuclear war may not be included in your everyday steps towards survival. This doesn’t mean it’s not necessary. Stay updated on the news so you can tell when you need to hasten preparations.