This Texas City Is Most At Risk During Nuclear War
With wars happening between Ukraine and Russia, fighting in the Middle East, and China threatening to invade Taiwan, the world is facing a lot of tension. It's the closest we've been to a larger war in the past 100 years. The Daily Mail looked at data and ranked the 15 U.S. cities most at risk in a nuclear war. One Louisiana city made the list.
Several Texas cities have gained a reputation for being dangerous due to high crime rates. Cities like Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, despite their size and economic opportunities, face significant issues with violent crime and property offenses. Smaller cities such as Beaumont and Lubbock also rank high in crime statistics, driven by factors like poverty, drug activity, and gang violence. In these areas, residents often report concerns about burglaries, assaults, and vehicle thefts.
With global tensions rising due to conflicts in the Middle East, Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine, and China’s potential moves against Taiwan, the threat of nuclear war feels closer than ever. While the United States is far from these hotspots, experts warn that no place is entirely safe from a nuclear attack. There is one Louisiana city that is considered most "at-risk," can you guess which one?
According to an analysis reported by DailyMail.com, Ranked #6 on the list is the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land region in Texas. This densely populated area includes three major cities located about 20 miles apart, with a combined population exceeding six million people.
One reason this region could be a target is its proximity to the South Texas Project Nuclear Generating Station, located just 65 miles away. In a nuclear strike, this power plant could become a critical target due to its strategic importance.
According to experts, the area ranks as the seventh worst for potential evacuation scenarios. A nuclear attack there could cause around 330,850 deaths and 693,340 injuries, making it one of the deadliest potential strike zones in the U.S.
THE U.S. CITIES MOST AT RISK DURING A NUCLEAR WAR
1. Washington-Arlington-Alexandria
2. New York City-Newark-Jersey City
3. San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, California
4. Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, Illinois
5. Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, California
6. Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, Texas
7. Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, Washington
8. Urban Honolulu, Hawaii
9. Omaha, Nebraska
10. Ogden-Clearfield, Utah
11. Albuquerque, New Mexico
12. Colorado Springs, Colorado
13. Great Falls, Montana
14. Cheyenne, Wyoming
15. Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana
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