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Several of the upcoming locations have military bases in or near them, thereby making them prime targets for a potential military attack in times of war.

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Worst Places 1. Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana -

This city is home to the Barksdale Air Force Base, which serves as the headquarters for the Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC).

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It also houses the Air Force Nuclear Command, which plays a central role in nuclear deterrence and potential wartime operations.

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The nation's three ICBM (Intercontinental Ballistic Missile) wings reside here also. ICBMs are long-range missiles capable of delivering nuclear warheads over large distances.

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Worst Places: 2. Cheyenne, Wyoming -

The Francis E. Warren Air Force Base is located near Cheyenne and houses the 90th Missile Wing. This wing is responsible for maintaining and operating operational ICBMs.

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Similar to the Midwest and rural Florida, North Carolina's farmland can be valuable for growing food. There might also be access to forests or natural resources for survival purposes.

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Worst Places: 3. Great Falls, Montana -

Malmstrom Air Force Base near Great Falls is home to the 341st Missile Wing, another unit that is responsible for operating, maintaining, and securing ICBMs.

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Worst Places: 4. Colorado Springs, Colorado -

The American and Canadian bi-national organization known as Peterson Space Force Base is located in Colorado Springs. It is tasked with warning officials about possible air or missile attacks.

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Worst Places: 5. Albuquerque, New Mexico -

New Mexico is home to the Kirtland Air Force Base and the headquarters of the Air Force Global Strike Command’s largest installation, the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center.

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Worst Places: 6. Ogden-Clearfield, Utah -

Tucked away between Ogden and Clearfield, you'll find the Air Force’s second largest base, Hill Air Force Base. It is known for the storing and transporting of nuclear weapons.

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Worst Places: 7. Omaha Metropolitan Area -

Offutt Air Force Base is located just south of Omaha and is the headquarters for the United States Strategic Command, which provides support for the president, the secretary of defense, and other national leadership officials.

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Worst Places: 8. Urban Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii -

If the US wanted to launch a submarine attack, they would need the US Navy’s VLF transmitter facility, Lualualei.

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Oahu is also home to several other military bases, including Pearl Harbor, which was infamously attacked in 1941 by the Japanese.

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Worst Places: 9. Seattle, Washington -

Uniquely located between a naval base (Kitsap) and two Nimitz-class aircraft carriers, Seattle is a hotspot for an attack.

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Seattle, Washington -

The population density in Seattle proper is approximately 8,787 people per sq. mile! The impact of an attack would be horrendous.

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Worst Places: 10. Houston, Texas -

Houston has been identified as one of six cities considered likely to be a civilian target in the event of a nuclear attack on America.

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Worst Places: 11. Chicago-Naperville-Elgin -

This area has four nuclear power plants within 50 miles (about 80.5 km) of the city. Additionally, Chicago is home to an international airport and has the third highest GDP of any US metro area.

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Worst Places: 12. New York -

The largest US metro economy lies in New York, making it a very likely civilian target. Additionally, evacuation from such an area could prove extremely challenging.

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New York -

New York was already under siege in 2001 during the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Close to 3,000 people died from this terrible incident. It also showed that the area could be a target again in the future.

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Worst Places: 13. Washington-Arlington-Alexandria -

The most critical of government buildings reside in Washington, D.C., making it a key target and high priority location for an attack during war.

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The presence of nuclear power plants like Calvert Cliffs and North Anna nearby increase the risk of exposure to radiation in the case of an accident or attack on the facilities.

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Rural areas are generally less likely to be targeted in wartime due to their distance from major population centers and military installations.

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Best Places: 1. Rural Florida -

Florida boasts a warm climate year round, an abundance of freshwater sources such as lakes and rivers, as well as having potentially fertile farmland. This combination can be crucial for survival in the case of war.

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Best Places: 2. California -

California offers a generally warm climate with access to water sources like the Pacific Ocean. This can be beneficial for growing food and staying comfortable in a crisis scenario.

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Best Places: 3. Rocky Mountains -

The mountainous landscape provides a natural barrier and makes the region a lot less accessible. Additionally, the remoteness can offer some protection from potential military attacks.

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Rocky Mountains -

In areas near the Rocky Mountains there may be forests for potential shelter, access to freshwater sources, and opportunities for hunting.

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Best Places: 4. Nebraska -

Nebraska's central location means that it is far from both coasts, where major population centers and potential military targets are concentrated. This distance can offer safety from some attacks.

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Best Places: 5. North Carolina -

North Carolina offers a climate with four different seasons and provides some variety in terms of growing crops and potentially milder winters compared to harsher northern regions.

Sources: (24/7 Wall St.) (Metro) (Simple Flying) (Newsweek)

See also: Women's roles in major US military conflicts

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