A total of 15 areas would be considered secure. (Check In First comment👇)

States surrounding missile fields—such as Kansas, Colorado, and parts of Iowa—would likely face severe fallout risks. In these areas, the danger might come not from the initial explosion but from lingering radiation contaminating air, water, and soil.

Experts emphasize that the scale of destruction would be enormous regardless of location. Even regions considered relatively safer would still face long-term environmental and societal consequences.

Strategic Military States: High-Value Targets
Beyond missile fields, several U.S. states contain major military installations that could make them prime targets during wartime.

States with significant defense infrastructure include:

California

Texas

Virginia

Florida

Georgia

These states host naval bases, aircraft carriers, command centers, and logistics hubs. For example, California is home to large naval facilities along the Pacific Coast, while Virginia hosts key Pentagon-related infrastructure and major naval bases.