Effects of Attack on Food Distribution to the Relocated Population. Volume 2. Revised Planning Guidelines
Abstract
This study extends previous research into food distribution under crisis relocation conditions by (1) investigating the effects of a nuclear attack on the reconfigured food distribution system and the relocated population, (2) identifying and evaluating alternative means of providing food to the relocated population following such an attack, and (3) reviewing existing crisis relocation guidance in the light of the probable postattack consequences. Under a crisis relocation strategy, the percentage of population surviving a nuclear attack is likely to exceed both the percentage of surviving agricultural resources and the surviving food processing and distribution capability. A case study of Colorado Springs, Colorado indicates that two of the most serious food distribution problems following an attack are likely to be (1) transportation system strain resulting from geographic supply/demand imbalances; and (2) local distribution breakdowns resulting from damage to vulnerable wholesale warehouses. Each of these problems will be exacerbated by a strategy of crisis relocation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA059990
Entities
People
- Arthur W. Simpson
- John W. Billheimer