{"id":44844,"date":"2017-09-27T05:55:29","date_gmt":"2017-09-27T05:55:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.biphoo.com\/bipnews\/?p=44844"},"modified":"2017-09-27T05:57:37","modified_gmt":"2017-09-27T05:57:37","slug":"california-already-making-preparations-for-a-north-korean-nuclear-strike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.biphoo.com\/bipnews\/news\/california-already-making-preparations-for-a-north-korean-nuclear-strike.html","title":{"rendered":"California already making preparations for a North Korean nuclear strike"},"content":{"rendered":"

California already making preparations for a North Korean nuclear strike<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

California already making preparations for a North Korean nuclear strike:- AS US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un trade barbs over the threat of war, one state is already preparing for the worst possible outcome.<\/span><\/p>\n

Foreign Policy reports Californian officials are urging local agencies to shore up their nuclear attack response plans. Last month, the Los Angeles Joint Regional Intelligence Center issued a report titled Nuclear Attack Response Considerations warning a nuclear strike on Southern California would be \u201ccatastrophic\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

It comes as Pyongyang accused Trump of declaring war on the hermit kingdom after the President tweeted: \u201cJust heard Foreign Minister of North Korea speak at U.N. If he echoes thoughts of Little Rocket Man, they won\u2019t be around much longer!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The new report, reportedly obtained by Foreign Policy, cited North Korea\u2019s intercontinental ballistic missile test in late July which could, in theory, reach the West Coast of the US.<\/span><\/p>\n

It also referenced the rogue nation\u2019s propaganda videos that showed the ruins of San Francisco and Washington.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe consequences of a nuclear attack in Southern California would be catastrophic,\u201d the report stated.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cNonetheless, government entities and first responders are expected to remain operational to preserve human life, maintain order, and aid in the recovery process.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The 16-page report was circulated to all LA-based first responders including all local, state and federal agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security.<\/span><\/p>\n

The document also explored the aftermath of a nuclear blast including the effects of radiation, the possibility of electromagnetic pulse disabling communications and the devastation from the initial blast on human life and infrastructure, Foreign Policy reported.<\/span><\/p>\n

Citing figures from Rand Corp, a US global policy think tank, the report claimed a nuclear blast at the Long Beach Port could cause more than $1 trillion (AU$1.2 trillion) in damage and significant loss of life.<\/span><\/p>\n

In another section called \u201cradiation protection basics\u201d, the report offers steps on what to do during a nuclear attack.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cLie face down and place hands under the body to protect exposed skin,\u201d it recommends. \u201cRemain flat until the heat and shock waves have passed.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

It also warned government authorities would likely be of little help in the immediate aftermath of the blast, saying there will be \u201cno significant federal assistance at the scene for 24-72 hours after the attack\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

The public would need to evacuate but with \u201climited understanding of radiation risks, they will experience high anxiety and may be non-compliant.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

It also flagged challenges with contamination spread by pets and through clothing among the myriad of public health and logistical coordination issues emergency responders will face.<\/span><\/p>\n

The idea behind the unclassified report was to share planning and guidance with as wide a distribution network as possible, Foreign Policy reported citing two officials involved in responding to a nuclear strike.<\/span><\/p>\n

Source:-\u00a0http:\/\/www.news.com.au\/world\/north-america\/california-already-making-preparations-for-a-north-korean-nuclear-strike\/news-story\/e4ff6d5d070e0e40ac20110ffcc022ac<\/span><\/p>\n

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