Salt Lake City's Nuclear Wake-Up Call

In 2008, city leaders across the U. S. got a harsh lesson. They saw what a nuclear blast could do to their home. It was a wake-up call. But did they act? Not really. Now, years later, most cities still don't have a plan. That's a big problem. The Cold War ended, but the fear of nuclear attack didn't go away. People just stopped thinking about it. It's like ignoring a storm because it's not raining yet. But storms hit. And so could a nuclear attack. A new movie, "A House of Dynamite, " shows what could happen. A missile is coming. There are only 18 minutes left. The movie is a warning. It could happen anywhere. Salt Lake City is just as vulnerable as any other place. Salt Lake City has tough people. They believe they can handle anything. But believing isn't enough. They need a plan. They need to know what to do in the first few minutes. That's when it matters most. Since 9/11, the U. S. has spent a lot on security. But they forgot the most important part: teaching people what to do. It's like having a fire extinguisher but not knowing how to use it. Every city needs a plan. Every leader needs to know what to say. Every person needs to know what to do. It's like a fire drill. But for nuclear attacks. It's not about fear. It's about being ready. The real defense isn't in Washington. It's in the people. Their knowledge, their courage, their readiness. That's what will save lives.