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The Spring and Autumn of History
Edited by the Spring and Autumn of History
——Preface——
In the event of war, nuclear weapons are undoubtedly the most terrible one, and once a nuclear war breaks out, it will bring a devastating blow to the earth.
You must know that Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan were bombed by atomic bombs, and as many as 100,000 people died in one day, which shows how lethal nuclear weapons are.
Radiation and heat will flatten everything, and even those who survive will face serious challenges to survive.
In such extreme situations, finding a reliable shelter can mean the difference between life and death.
In fact, there are five places in China where we can provide safe havens for our people.
So, where are these five places?
-- The threat of nuclear weapons has never left --
In this turbulent world, the existence of nuclear weapons is like a double-edged sword, and it is humanity itself that wields it.
As one of the countries possessing nuclear weapons, China has always adhered to the principle of prudent peace and strictly followed the norms of peaceful use.
We possess nuclear weapons not to flex our muscles internationally, but to safeguard world peace and defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
However, the destructive power of nuclear weapons is enormous, and if a nuclear war breaks out, it will bring incalculable disasters to all mankind.
The tragedies of Hiroshima and Nagasaki are vividly remembered, and the damage caused by nuclear radiation to the environment and ecology is long-term and irreversible.
That catastrophe made the world realize the terrible power of nuclear weapons, and it became an eternal reminder for mankind.
In this land shrouded in radiation, life withered and families were torn apart forever.
However, this is only the tip of the iceberg of nuclear war.
Once the war breaks out, radiation will be everywhere and the human home will be plunged into permanent destruction.
The atmosphere is destroyed, the food chain is severed, and the entire ecosystem will face total collapse.
At that time, everything we have will come to naught, and the planet will cease to exist.
Therefore, it is the common responsibility and mission of all mankind to avoid nuclear war and safeguard the homeland on which mankind depends.
In this process, the nuclear-weapon States have a major responsibility to bear.
No one can predict exactly what the future holds, but what we can do is know ahead of time and see where we can hide if a nuclear war breaks out.
-- Bomb shelter --
In fact, under our bustling city, there is a huge and mysterious "invisible fortress" bomb shelter.
These bomb shelters were built as temporary shelters during the wars of the last century to defend against enemy air raids.
Now, they have been given a new mission – to serve as a temporary refuge for the public in the event of a major disaster.
These underground fortresses are generally buried tens of meters deep, and the top has a concrete layer of sufficient thickness to be well isolated from the blast wave and radiation from the outside world.
Life support systems such as vents and water supply lines are also standard.
For example, somewhere in the center of the city, a seemingly ordinary park is actually the entrance to a bomb shelter.
In the event of an emergency, the park floods with people who enter this hidden shelter through an underground passage.
In order to better play the disaster prevention function, the relevant departments are optimizing and upgrading the internal layout and facilities of the air raid shelter.
In addition to increasing the food storage and expanding the living quarters, it will also be equipped with medical equipment and recreational facilities for long-term stays.
Some experts said that no matter the size of the area, as long as the air-raid shelter has been professionally planned and scientifically constructed, it can provide reliable shelter for the public.
It is undeniable that the investment in the construction of modern large-scale bomb shelters is huge, but compared to the protection of public life, it is worth it.
In the event of a major disaster, these "invisible fortresses" will become the last refuge to help cities survive crises and rebuild their homes.
——Subway Station——
The underground subway station is also our first place to take refuge.
In the event of a nuclear explosion, the thick underground tunnels are well shielded from nuclear radiation, and the confined space can also prevent the invasion of pollutants.
What's more, some cities have dozens of subway entrances where people can pour in from the nearest entrance and move to designated shelter areas.
You might even be able to spend a long time surfing the web underground.
The subway station is also equipped with emergency lighting, backup water sources, ventilation systems and other facilities, which can provide basic survival support for evacuees in extreme situations.
But the subway has its limitations. First of all, the power of the nuclear warhead is very scary, and if the explosion had occurred above the subway, the entire tunnel could have collapsed.
Secondly, the space in the subway is limited, and in case there are too many people, food and oxygen will run out quickly.
Therefore, we also need to find safer and more secure shelters.
Turning to the surface again, a cave deep in the mountains may be a good choice.
——Cave——
China's topography is diverse and has many unique natural landscapes.
Among them, the karst landform is an extremely solid geological structure.
Karst areas are full of caves, rocks, and deep valleys that are so hard that even the devastating energy of nuclear weapons cannot completely destroy them.
The heat wave generated by a nuclear explosion can also be absorbed and blocked by the surrounding dense woods and mud covering the surface.
Moreover, the interior of the cave is intricate, and even if the exterior is destroyed, it will not cause the entire cave system to collapse.
The biggest benefit, of course, is that it's far from the city and is unlikely to be a top target.
However, the cave does have some hidden dangers. The first is that it is inaccessible, and once it is buried, it is impossible to go out to forage for food.
The second is that the environment inside the cave is harsh, and there may be problems with light, air and water sources. Moreover, it is difficult to ensure the safety and habitability of the cave.
In addition, the capacity of the cave is limited, and if there are too many people hiding in it, the supplies will soon run out.
-- Independence Island --
Away from the continents that are pointed at nuclear warheads, there may be a glimmer of life on some secluded islands.
The ocean separates the islands from the mainland, acting as an impregnable barrier against the direct effects of a nuclear explosion on land.
The unique oceanic climate makes radioactive fallout insurmountable, minimizing radiation exposure to the human body.
The island seems to be an ideal refuge in this test of survival.
However, any place of refuge has its drawbacks.
A small land area means that resources are scarce, and energy, food and fresh water will be invaluable, and we will have to manage every drop of it with extreme frugality and budget.
The supply of daily necessities will also be put to the test, and we will be completely cut off from the mainland, and all necessary medical, telecommunications, and scientific and technological equipment will have to be prepared in advance and maintained for a long time, just in case.
In this temporary "paradise", we must be self-sufficient and survive on the only resources we have left.
——Plateau——
With its unique geographical environment and resource endowment, the plateau region has become the last refuge of mankind.
The highlands do have many advantages that are difficult to achieve elsewhere.
First of all, the high altitude environment makes it far from populated areas, and it is not very valuable to be a target.
At the same time, a large area of ice and snow cover can block the spread of harmful substances such as nuclear radiation to a certain extent, providing a relatively safe shelter for survivors.
More critically, resources are relatively abundant on this inaccessible plateau, and it is relatively easy for evacuees to obtain food and other necessities in the short term.
Even in the early stages of a disaster, evacuees will be able to access food and other necessities, and there will be no severe deprivation of the affected people in the short term.
However, surviving on the plateau for a long time is not an easy task.
Adverse weather conditions and the lack of public facilities such as medical care will seriously threaten the quality of human life.
We have to think about how to build these temporary shelters and facilities to ensure that the living conditions on the plateau are fundamentally improved.
——Conclusion——
It is true that nuclear weapons are devastating, but as part of human civilization, it is incumbent upon us to continue to study and understand them with a view to enabling the complete prohibition and elimination of this threat in the future.
Until then, however, we must remain on high alert and be prepared for nuclear war.
Survival is a human instinct, and in the event of a nuclear war, finding a safe haven becomes crucial.
Whether it's an underground bomb shelter, a city subway system, or remote mountains and islands, any place that can shelter from radiation and shock waves can be a place of refuge.
Nuclear weapons have brought an unprecedented crisis to humankind, but we must not be swallowed up by fear.
As long as humanity is united and helps each other, we will be able to overcome this crisis and finally build a home of lasting peace on earth.
Let us work together to bequeath to future generations a better world free of nuclear threats.
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