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Out of curiosity, why does being around other people matter? Wouldn't you want to find a structure that would withstand the blast/fallout?

• baddox 9y ago
  I think the point was that other people would come there and would have keys, meaning there’s a high probability of him being let it.
• McKayDavis 9y ago
  It doesn't, except for increasing the odds of being able to gain access. The church is simply the best structure for blast/fallout protection that is accessible from our house within the flight-time of an ICBM launched towards Hawaii. That being said, it was comforting to have other families to share concerns with.
  • ddxxdd 9y ago
    But you would be splitting limited supplies among more people, right? Was the church only meant as a shelter for the blast, and not an actual fallout shelter?
    • McKayDavis 9y ago
      > But you would be splitting limited supplies among more people, right? Yes, but Mormon churches generally have well-stocked pantries they use to help local families in need. > Was the church only meant as a shelter for the blast, and not an actual fallout shelter? Both. Compared to our house, the church is a stronger building that is much more airtight (in the case of fallout). As far as actual fallout shelters, there are none -- this is simply the best option within reach.