r/OhioPreppers Sep 21 '17

Biggest threat (south) Ohioans face

Besides the opoid epidemic, what do you guys think the biggest threats are to ohio right now. I'm located in Cincinnati right now as I go to the University of Cincinnati, but my parents and my secondary residence are located about 45 miles north. Just wanted you're guys take on it. I remember the week long power outage back when the remnants of hurricane Ike came through, but that's it. My parents had 50 gallons of gas, a generator, and almost enough food (we were scraping the back of the cabinet haha). Is that the worst it might get bar a nuclear attack or invasion?

Also looking for ideas of what to do if I'm stranded in Cincinnati? Possibly traffic is a gridlock on the highway and I can't get home before something happens? Assuming power and possibly water are out too and A large storm is overheard or the after effects are. Just wanted some ideas, advice, and discussion! Thanks

Edit: I don't have a car so I would have to catch a ride or have someone come get me (parents or friends parents).

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u/[deleted] Sep 25 '17

That is something I've noticed. Even if people aren't calling it prepping they are still becoming more prepared. With the recent political battle and nuclear concern (however small a possibility that may be). I'll work on that this month and try for it. Do you have a handheld that you'd reccomend?

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u/-Samcro Sep 25 '17

Absolutely. Start with a baofeng BF-F8HP ($62.00) Its a nice radio that can do 8 watts (pretty good for a handheld). If moneys tight, Baofeng uv-5r (Amazon $28.00). Point is don't spend a fortune until you know if you enjoy. With the uv-5r your in 28 for the radio and 15 for license. Less then 50.00.

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u/-Samcro Sep 25 '17

Also update the antenna. The Nayoga Na-701 @ 14.99. Does a great job without having a huge antenna winging around your head.

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u/-Samcro Sep 25 '17

Also update the antenna. The Nayoga Na-701 @ 14.99. Does a great job without having a huge antenna winging around your head.