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Nuclear Survival in
Iowa

This is the nuclear target map for Iowa, but remember, fallout can go anywhere or everywhere (and probably will). After you have looked at this map look at the Information for Iowa that follows it.

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Nuclear Weapon Target Map for Iowa (FEMA-196/September 1990)Iowa targets

UPDATE to Target Information!!!

Information for Iowa

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It is recommended that you go through the following 10 steps in studying about the nuclear threat to Iowa.

1. Look at the State Map above to see the target nuclear areas in Iowa.

2. Look at the general expected fallout map to see where Iowa
(according to the prevailing wind pattern)
gets fallout from other states.

3. If the state that you live in is anywhere EAST of any of the following 6 states in the prevailing wind pattern then look at the states in RED on the INDEX of STATES for

  • Montana
  • North Dakota
  • South Dakota
  • Nebraska
  • Missouri
  • Colorado

  • These six states contain what is called DENSE PACK which I explain on each of those states pages. UNDERSTAND that the wind pattern COULD at that time be something other than the "prevailing" wind pattern.

    4. Bookmark the present URL or make a copy of this present address so that you can come back to it after going to

    Blast Mapper.

    This mapper is on someone else's web site so that you will need to save this address in order to return here if your back button doesn't work. However, you want to be sure to go the mapper site and calculate the damage to probable targets (cities) around you.

    5. Memorize the THREE top rules for survival. They are:

  • Number One - Get out of the cities!

  • Number Two - Get out of the cities!

  • Number Three - Get out of the cities!

  • 6. The follow-on rules are:
  • a. Have a shelter
  • b. Work with a group (you are going to need the manpower, brainpower, and skillpower).
  • c. Stock supplies.

    7. My Survival Web Page contains links to lots of other information such as free books to download about nuclear survival, links to plans for building shelters, and even free consultation about building a shelter.

    8. If you are SUPER concerned about nuclear survival you might consider joining the

    Ark Two Community.

    9. If you like, you can look at our Honor List for groups that we know of that have an existing rural location. Most of these, however, have no direct interest or preparation in regards to nuclear survival. At the bottom of this page is a Directory of our contacts in Iowa. Many of the local entries for states were listed because of their Y2K concerns and may not have any nuclear concerns.

    10. And finally, if you wish to be on the mailing list for my irregular newsletter in which I analyze current events in regards to the nuclear threat, you can sign-up here:

    http://lists.pairowoodies.com/mailman/listinfo/arktwo

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    Link to the Directory for Iowa


    The following is the most commonly used prevailing wind predicted fallout pattern, but remember, fallout can go anywhere or everywhere (and probably will).

    Continental US Fallout Pattern for Prevailing Winds (FEMA-196/September 1990)

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    The Directory for Iowa


    Iowa STATE Index

    Iowa (Des Moines, Polk County)
    Iowa (Fairfield)
    Iowa (Lamoni) State TEAM Leader
    Iowa (Tipton) 6 Acres
    IOWA (Other)

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    154. Iowa

    Iowa State TEAM Leader
    TEAM stands for Together Everyone Achieves More
    The TEAM Leaders function is to tell you of other individuals in your geographic area, who are preparing and who would like to form a preparedness group or start a survival community.
    Your contact for the Iowa TEAM Leader is:

    Sally Hunsaker
    Lamoni, IA

    sallyh@netins.net

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    155. Fairfield, Iowa

    Fairfield's preparedness groups' goal is to raise awareness and help the entire community prepare. Any questions or suggestions please reply to

    logold@kdsi.net

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    195. Des Moines, Polk County

    Dale Swanson

    emt_i@hotmail.com

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    226. Hawk Circle Cooperative

    Hawk Circle Cooperative

    Hawk Circle Cooperative

    Housing and land:

    Our six-bedroom home is located near Tipton, Iowa on approximately six acres. The house has a large kitchen, dining room, living room and family rooms. We plan to renovate the large attic space into three additional bedrooms. There is a large basement with the potential for work areas, storage, and perhaps another bedroom. The property includes a heated combination workshop and garage, a very large two story Quaker barn and a smaller pig barn and a well house. Our property includes 150 evergreen trees , as well as Black Walnut and Butternut trees. We are planning the long-term use of our land; gardens, orchards, and shade trees, as well as some animals have been considered so far.

    Government:

    The Cooperative is governed using a consensus process, which recognizes that everyone has something to contribute. The belief that everyone holds a piece of the truth is very important to the group and itıs belief in balancing ideas and perspectives for the best outcome. We believe that decisions made as part of a shared process are better decisions. Consensus workshops and facilitation trainings help us develop our skills and ability to govern and grow together. Consensus is often hard work, but it is well worth the effort.

    Economics:

    The Cooperative is based on expense sharing. Cooperative members pays a monthly fee set by the membership. We try to keep individual expenses affordable while providing a firm financial basis for the future. The monthly fee is intended to cover the mortgage, food, utilities, long-term expenses, and cooperative entertainment. Currently the fee is $375 a month.

    Work:

    We believe that work can strengthen interpersonal relationships and provide opportunities for personal growth. All members of the Cooperative share in the day-to-day chores, as well as special projects. Whenever possible, we try to make "work" a more enjoyable part of everyday life.

    Environment:

    In all aspects of the community, we strive to evaluate ideas and values before judging them, and hope to benefit from the most useful aspects of many different perspectives. We value the responsible use of natural and human resources, and try to minimize our impact on the environment and meet the needs of our members as well. To accomplish this, we are always searching for practices and technologies that best fit the situation, We actively practice energy conservation and recycling as often as possible.

    Children:

    Children are an important part of the Cooperative, and we expect members to respect the rights of children and to speak directly about their expectations and needs. Although ultimate authority over children rests with the parents, members strive to relate warmly and effectively with children on a person to person basis. Our society has not fully realized that itıs future lies with itıs children; the Cooperative chooses to acknowledge this by working to treat children with the same respect given to adults.

    Food:

    We all love to eat and eat well! To fulfill this need, we shop at a local food Co-op, which emphasizes and offers healthy organic foods, and we try to prepare balanced meals. We respect the individual preferences and needs of our members, and provide a variety of foods to meet different requirements and tastes. We all share the cooking activities; a cook and a cleanup person are scheduled for each day of the week.

    Play:

    Members enjoy spontaneous and planned recreational activities. We enjoy conversation, musical and stage performances, walks in the country, special trips, movies, cook outs, parties and all kinds of activities we havenıt had time to try yet! We make an effort to design activities that consider the needs of children as well as adults.

    Values:

    Our most basic belief is that all people are of value and all deserve respect. Members are expected to listen carefully to each other and work hard to find areas of agreement and understanding rather than contention. At all times, the Cooperative is intended to be a safe place, physically and emotionally. We strictly forbid aggressive behavior, including physical and emotional abuse. We encourage diversity; it enriches our lives and strengthens the basic values and goals of the group.

    While the Cooperative has specified values and policies concerning a number of issues, the open consideration of differing values and opinions strengthens the group by adding new perspectives and information. By pooling our differences we can make better decisions. Rather than dismissing ideas or people because they appear to be "conservative, liberal or otherwise," we work to combine the best ideas available to us when making decisions. No one has a monopoly on the truth, but everyone holds a piece of it.

    We have all been raised in a competitive culture, and learning to live cooperatively is an ongoing and sometimes frustrating process. We do our best to encourage each other and improve our abilities to live cooperatively through discussions, work shops, and in day-to-day living.

    If you would like to know more about us please write or call:
    The Hawk Circle Cooperative
    890 Green Road Tipton IA. 52772
    (319) 886-3624
    No email address known

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    "Other" Intentional Communities in IOWA

    Communia
    Ion Exchange Village
    Maharishi International University
    River City Housing Collective

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    Still Another Survival Community

    Do you know of another survival community? If so, please tell us at:

    Survival@webpal.org

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