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In case a World War III like situation occurs, which United States cities could become prey to nuclear attacks from enemy nations? This question has been simulated and answered in the form of a nuclear war map that shows some of the most vulnerable cities, which can be wiped out entirely.
AgenciesWhich US cities can be wiped out in a nuclear attack?
Every man’s worst dream since the 1950’s has been the breaking out of World War II. The Cold War had brought the world very close to a major clash but died down after the collapse of the Soviet Union. But, in recent times, some massive geopolitical changes in the West as well as the East has yet again sparked fears about a nuclear war and a Hiroshima-Nagasaki crisis.
Why are there fears of World War 3?
The deteriorating situation between Israel and Hamas, Ukraine and Russia, as well as Iran and United States, have the potential to trigger a worldwide crisis. Will the United States, with all its firepower, and nuclear arsenal remain safe from enemy attack? This question has been haunting the minds of American citizens for years, and the fears have taken a turn for the worse after these recent geopolitical tensions in other countries.
Which US cities are prone to nuclear strike?
In order to assess which US cities are most vulnerable to an attack from an enemy nation, in case a nuclear war-like situation breaks out, a nuclear war map has predicted some of the most vulnerable and sensitive regions which can be drastically affected, killing millions. According to an Irish Star report, these cities include the likes of Manhattan, Newark, Elizabeth, Brooklyn, and many others, in case a nuclear bomb were to hit the East Coast of the US, with New York being the targeted region.
What if a nuclear bomb hit the White House?
Meanwhile, the thermal and nuclear radiation of this explosion, if even an average nuclear bomb were to hit the White House, would also be catastrophic and would engulf neighboring regions of Washington DC as well, and even destroy some important landmarks like Capitol Hill and Columbia Heights. The death toll in such circumstances would be well above four million, not counting the thousands injured.
FAQs:
When did the World War II happen?
September 1, 1939 to September 2, 1945 was the timeline of World War II, which saw the Allied powers winning the war against the Axis powers.
What is Hiroshima and Nagasaki known for?
Hiroshima and Nagasaki are two cities based in Japan, and are known for the devastating affects of a nuclear strike on them during World War II by United States.
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