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Today Israel’s Skies will be On Fire. Is a Nuclear Winter Imminent?

This very day, this very moment as I write, hundreds of Iranian drones and ballistic missiles are descending upon Israel. In just a few hours, the skies over Israel will be on fire. 



This is the first such attack in history. And as a result, more history is about to be made, none of it good.

No one can deny that we are on the edge of a cataclysmic conflict that could culminate in a global nuclear war. Beyond the almost incomprehensible heat, fire, wind and blast destruction of nuclear war, after the the last warhead explodes the long-term effects begin, one of which is nuclear winter.

Make no mistake, if we survive nuclear war, every person will need to be armed to survive the aftermath.

Forget global warming, nuclear winter is the real, and most likely, existential climate threat to human life. Here’s why:

What Happens in a Nuclear Winter?

A nuclear winter refers to the severe and prolonged global climatic cooling effect hypothesized to occur after widespread firestorms following a nuclear war. Smoke and soot from the fires would enter the stratosphere and spread globally, blocking sunlight from reaching the surface of the Earth. The effects of a nuclear winter, according to various studies and models, could include:

  1. Dramatic Cooling: Temperatures across the globe could drop significantly, in some models by as much as 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit) in some areas, though the exact amount would depend on the scale of the nuclear exchange and the resulting fires.
  2. Reduced Sunlight: The smoke and soot in the stratosphere could reduce the amount of sunlight reaching the Earth’s surface by up to 99% in some models, severely affecting photosynthesis in plants and potentially leading to the collapse of ecosystems.
  3. Agricultural Collapse: The combination of cooling, reduced sunlight, and potential radioactive fallout could severely impact agricultural productivity, leading to global food shortages and famine. Certain crops would fail to grow under the diminished sunlight, and cooling temperatures could freeze others out.
  4. Health Impacts: Apart from the immediate casualties from the nuclear explosions and subsequent radiation exposure, the long-term effects could include increased cancer rates, weakened immune systems due to a lack of sunlight and malnutrition, and a potential increase in mental health issues stemming from the societal and environmental stress.
  5. Ecosystem Disruption: Many ecosystems could collapse or undergo severe stress due to the sudden change in climate and the loss of plant life. This would affect the entire food chain, from plants to herbivores to predators.
  6. Economic and Social Collapse: The impact on agriculture and infrastructure, combined with the loss of life and health effects, would likely lead to severe economic downturns, the collapse of social order in certain areas, and massive displacement of populations.
  7. Long-term Environmental Changes: Even after the initial effects of nuclear winter begin to fade, the global environment may be irreversibly changed, with new patterns of vegetation, altered climate zones, and the loss of biodiversity.

The severity of a nuclear winter would depend on numerous factors, including the scale of the nuclear conflict, the geographical locations of the detonations, and the subsequent fires. But the reality of a nuclear winter shows the potential for catastrophic, global collateral damage from nuclear war.

The Catastrophic Effects of Nuclear War

According to many authorities, the Biden administration is putting America at the brink of nuclear war. So discussion about the potential effects of a nuclear war is not just theoretical; it is a chilling reminder of the devastating power that humankind possesses. The outcome of such a calamitous event extends far beyond the immediate destruction and loss of life it would cause. Here, we remind ourselves of the dire consequences of a nuclear conflict.

Immediate Impact

Explosions and Heat
When a nuclear bomb detonates, it releases a massive amount of energy in the form of an intense fireball. The core of this fireball can reach temperatures higher than the sun, instantly vaporizing everything nearby. Buildings, trees, and people within the immediate blast radius stand no chance of survival.

Blast Wave
Following the heat, a shock wave expands, causing widespread destruction. It can level entire cities, shatter structures, and hurl debris with deadly force. The blast can cause fatal injuries far from the explosion’s epicenter due to flying objects and collapsing buildings.

Radiation Exposure
Immediate ionizing radiation is emitted within seconds of the blast, which can be lethal in high doses. Survivors close to the detonation site would likely succumb to radiation sickness, suffering symptoms such as nausea, weakness, hair loss, and hemorrhaging.

Long-Term Environmental Consequences

Nuclear Winter
Soot and debris thrown into the atmosphere could block sunlight, drastically reducing temperatures across the globe — a phenomenon known as nuclear winter. This sudden climate change would have catastrophic effects on agriculture, potentially leading to famines and a collapse of the food supply chain.

Ozone Layer Depletion
The intense heat from nuclear detonations can produce chemicals that break down the Earth’s ozone layer, which protects us from harmful ultraviolet radiation. A compromised ozone layer could lead to increased cases of skin cancer and cataracts, as well as disruptions in the ecosystem.

Global Health Effects

Radiation Sickness
Apart from the initial burst of radiation, nuclear explosions release radioactive fallout — particles that descend to the ground and emit radiation over an extended period. Exposure can cause acute radiation syndrome and increase the long-term risk of cancer for individuals far from the blast site.

Psychological Trauma
The fear, loss, displacement, and devastation would take an incalculable psychological toll on survivors. Societal collapse, lack of infrastructure, and an uncertain future would compound stress, anxiety, and depression on a mass scale.

Socioeconomic Disruption

Resource Scarcity
Infrastructure destruction would hinder access to basic needs like clean water, food, shelter, and medical care. The ensuing resource scarcity would likely lead to civil unrest, looting, and violent conflict as survivors compete for limited supplies.

Economic Collapse
The global economy could face collapse as financial centers, communication networks, and trade systems are destroyed or severely disrupted. Recovery, if possible at all, might take decades and would be dependent on the remaining capabilities and resources of unaffected areas.

International Relations and Stability

Political Chaos
Governments could be overthrown or incapacitated, leading to anarchy or totalitarian responses. In the ensuing chaos, surviving states might engage in further warfare to consolidate power or obtain resources.

Humanitarian Crisis
Displacement of populations and the need for international aid would create a humanitarian disaster on a scale never before seen. The ability of international organizations to respond would be severely challenged by the global scale and multifaceted nature of the crises.

In conclusion, a nuclear war is an unparalleled disaster that threatens every aspect of our civilization. The human cost, environmental damage, and societal collapse are so profound that such an event must be prevented at all costs. The global community must strive for disarmament and peaceful conflict resolution to ensure that the horror of nuclear war remains a hypothetical scenario and never becomes a reality.

United States Military Aid to Ukraine

FIM-97 Stinger Man-Portable Defense

The White House recently authorized additional military aid to Ukraine.  Here is the government’s fact sheet (3/16/22) about the weapons assistance provided.  This assistance will take the form of direct transfers of equipment from the Department of Defense to the Ukrainian military.

www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/03/16/fact-sheet-on-u-s-security-assistance-for-ukraine/

NSSF Data: Americans Keep Up The Record Gun Buying Pace in April – The Truth About Guns

The National Shooting Sports Foundation has just released their tally of adjusted NICS background checks for April. It’s the best indicator of retail gun sales activity. The number show that during the COVID-19 emergency, with prisons and jails continuing to release criminals and police forces reduced by infections, Americans are buying more guns than ever …

Source: NSSF Data: Americans Keep Up The Record Gun Buying Pace in April – The Truth About Guns

Infectious-disease expert: ‘American medicine has gone nuts’ – WND

Dr. Stephen M. Smith is the widely respected infectious-disease specialist who briefed President Trump last month at the White House on the promise of the anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for COVID-19, calling it a “game changer.” His contribution to the president’s highly controversial enthusiasm for the drug was recounted in a Washington Post…

Source: Infectious-disease expert: ‘American medicine has gone nuts’ – WND