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Map shows world's safest areas to survive nuclear war - massive bunker to pacific island
As Russian President Vladimir Putin ramps up the rhetoric surrounding nuclear war, we've pinpointed some of the safest places in the world to travel if we need to seek shelter
As the world fears for a possible nuclear war - thanks to Russia's President Vladimir Putin's invasion into Ukraine – many are starting to think about the safest places to go.
Should a war of that magnitude happen in Europe, it's fair to say that there wouldn't be many areas left untouched by nukes.
If the UK was hit, and London was the epicentre, then you'd have to go to Scotland and hope that the wind doesn't drag nuclear fallout with it, for the possibility of surviving.
So, in terms of 100% safe places, they would be few and far between.
Antarctica
However, thanks to the Antarctic Treaty, Antarctica could be classed as one of the safest, if not the safest place on the planet to go.
In June, 1961, 12 countries came together to sign an agreement which set aside the area as a “scientific preserve”, which meant that all military activity would be banned.
The first signatories were Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Chile, France, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, South Africa, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Many more have followed since, including Brazil, China, Germany, North Korea and Poland.
It basically means that, in the event of a nuclear war, nobody would touch the continent.
Colorado
Another safe place could be Cheyenne Mountain.
Located on the mountain, which is found in El Paso County, Colorado, is a massive bunker containing a 25-tonne blast door.
Inside is the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and the United States Northern Command headquarters – which makes it a very safe, and well-informed place to hide.
When it was built, in 1966, it was built to withstand long-range Soviet bombers, ballistic missiles, and a nuclear attack from Russia.
Iceland
If you don't fancy a trek up a mountain, then try a scenic trip to the possible safe heaven of Iceland.
It has a small population, stays out of international political issues and has a neutral government.
The chances of anyone launching an attack and including Iceland in the plans of destructions are very slim – and you'd have an almost limitless supply of fish at your disposal, too.
Guam
Want to spend your post-nuclear life somewhere warmer? Then Guam could be your answer.
The tiny Pacific Ocean island has a population of around 168,000, plenty of space, and no enemies.
It does have a very small army, comprising of just 1,300 members, with only 280 of them full-time, so why anyone would choose to attack such a place is beyond us.
It poses no threat to anyone and would be an ideal safe haven for anyone fleeing war.
Australia
As would Perth, Australia.
The capital of Western Australia is so far removed from any political centres that it would be safe to assume that it would not be included on anyone's destruction list.
It has a population of more than 2 million, and enough space to hold many more.
The population actually comprises of people from many other countries, including 40% English, 9.2% Scottish and even 1% Welsh – so pretty much everyone is welcome there.
Israel
And lastly, if nuclear war does break out, then Israel might be top of your list of places to flee to.
As it contains the holiest sites of pretty much every major world religion, it's safe to say that the Middle Eastern nation would be safe from the list of destruction.
And you can enjoy life eating nothing but falafel, hummus, and pitta bread, too.
It is also home to many underground tunnels and safe places, which would instantly provide you with protection from nukes, or any kind of missiles.
Daily Star Sunday
As Russian President Vladimir Putin ramps up the rhetoric surrounding nuclear war, we've pinpointed some of the safest places in the world to travel if we need to seek shelter
As the world fears for a possible nuclear war - thanks to Russia's President Vladimir Putin's invasion into Ukraine – many are starting to think about the safest places to go.
Should a war of that magnitude happen in Europe, it's fair to say that there wouldn't be many areas left untouched by nukes.
If the UK was hit, and London was the epicentre, then you'd have to go to Scotland and hope that the wind doesn't drag nuclear fallout with it, for the possibility of surviving.
So, in terms of 100% safe places, they would be few and far between.
Antarctica
However, thanks to the Antarctic Treaty, Antarctica could be classed as one of the safest, if not the safest place on the planet to go.
In June, 1961, 12 countries came together to sign an agreement which set aside the area as a “scientific preserve”, which meant that all military activity would be banned.
The first signatories were Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Chile, France, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, South Africa, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Many more have followed since, including Brazil, China, Germany, North Korea and Poland.
It basically means that, in the event of a nuclear war, nobody would touch the continent.
Colorado
Another safe place could be Cheyenne Mountain.
Located on the mountain, which is found in El Paso County, Colorado, is a massive bunker containing a 25-tonne blast door.
Inside is the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and the United States Northern Command headquarters – which makes it a very safe, and well-informed place to hide.
When it was built, in 1966, it was built to withstand long-range Soviet bombers, ballistic missiles, and a nuclear attack from Russia.
Iceland
If you don't fancy a trek up a mountain, then try a scenic trip to the possible safe heaven of Iceland.
It has a small population, stays out of international political issues and has a neutral government.
The chances of anyone launching an attack and including Iceland in the plans of destructions are very slim – and you'd have an almost limitless supply of fish at your disposal, too.
Guam
Want to spend your post-nuclear life somewhere warmer? Then Guam could be your answer.
The tiny Pacific Ocean island has a population of around 168,000, plenty of space, and no enemies.
It does have a very small army, comprising of just 1,300 members, with only 280 of them full-time, so why anyone would choose to attack such a place is beyond us.
It poses no threat to anyone and would be an ideal safe haven for anyone fleeing war.
Australia
As would Perth, Australia.
The capital of Western Australia is so far removed from any political centres that it would be safe to assume that it would not be included on anyone's destruction list.
It has a population of more than 2 million, and enough space to hold many more.
The population actually comprises of people from many other countries, including 40% English, 9.2% Scottish and even 1% Welsh – so pretty much everyone is welcome there.
Israel
And lastly, if nuclear war does break out, then Israel might be top of your list of places to flee to.
As it contains the holiest sites of pretty much every major world religion, it's safe to say that the Middle Eastern nation would be safe from the list of destruction.
And you can enjoy life eating nothing but falafel, hummus, and pitta bread, too.
It is also home to many underground tunnels and safe places, which would instantly provide you with protection from nukes, or any kind of missiles.
Daily Star Sunday