A power outage is never a good thing, even if it only lasts for a few hours. After all, it can lead to food spoilage, and it also brings with it the fear that something irregular is at fault.
But a long-term grid outage, as the result of terrorism or sabotage, has the power to reduce any city in America into SHTF ground zero, where commerce, transportation, and law enforcement simply grind to a halt. For most preppers, all signs point toward a “bug out” scenario.
But where do you go if the power goes out in your area, especially if it appears to be a major SHTF situation? What follows are 10 tips for places that may be a safe haven when an emergency happens. We will also explore 10 places that you absolutely do not want to head toward after the power goes out.
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