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Neighborhood Security After TSHTF
Here’s the scenario: The S has hit the fan. Collapse has brought on social chaos. People are desperate, hungry, confused, panicked – because many systems of distribution and infrastructure have broken down, and the government isn’t there to help.
People are just trying to survive, and some are doing things they’ve never thought they would do before – to get what they need…
Regardless of what brought it on, let’s put that behind us and move on.
The question is, how will we deal with our security in a post-collapse world?
Individual security is the first step, and in many instances will be adequate for deterrence or resolution to a given threat. That most important tool for that security will be your firearm(s).
Most people do not want to die – even those who are desperate and are willing to steal from others. So, your best individual security is your ‘peacemaker’, your firearm. Post-collapse, via common sense, your firearm should be carried at all times and be presented externally (sidearm, rifle, etc..) as a visible deterrent and as a readily accessible peacemaker. This is logical and stands to reason, and no doubt that many a prepper will be doing the same.
The difficulty begins under circumstances where we alone cannot provide adequate security for ourselves or our small group.
In some ways and under some conditions, security is about strength in numbers. One or even a team of three people can only defend within their abilities to defend. A team defending against a a roving gang (squad) of 9 or 12 may be a losing proposition – difficult at best. Even worse, how would you defend against an organized platoon of three squads? Etc.?
Not saying here that your situation during a societal collapse will necessarily result in having to defend against roving or purposeful organized gangs of looters, but it might…
Much of course will depend on where you live, the level of descent into chaos, your proximity to population density, and the preparations and mindset of the people who live near you.
When the rule of law breaks down and when the police are not there or are not able to come to your aid, you are left to your own responsibility. Your layers of perceived security will be stripped bare while your safety rests entirely on your own shoulders. Unless you arrange otherwise, you will be alone in your security.
Strength in numbers.
While there are many precautions and issues to sort out while doing the following — getting to know your neighbors — it may be the best bet for improved security during post-collapse.
Many preppers will not reveal to their neighbors or even friends and family that they are prepared. In many cases this is probably a wise precaution. However by establishing a cordial contact with those in your neighborhood will provide an advantage (typically) if and when TSHTF. Beyond the fact that you might have the opportunity to encourage or promote a preparedness mindset during conversation, the fact that you will have established contact with these people will establish a bond (no matter how weak) which will enable more serious conversations about subjects such as neighborhood security if it is needed later.
A neighborhood taking responsibility to police their own community will be essential for bettering the odds of overall successful deterrence or combating against crime in a collapsed chaotic society.
Strength in numbers.
Especially important will be during the onset of a major societal collapse, to quickly establish a security network within your neighborhood (no matter how big or small the neighborhood). Someone will need to take the initiative to approach those within your community in an attempt to organize. While not everyone will be accepting, and not everyone will be physically able, there certainly should be some who are. Even for those who initially refuse to cooperate, they may come on-board later – especially if there’s trouble in the neighborhood (some people need to be slapped upside the head – so to speak – before they ‘wake up’). If nothing else, their refusal will alert you to their persona and potential problems later on.
Neighbors looking out for neighbors. Patrol teams of 2 or 3 people taking shifts. Radios for communications between homes and teams. A hierarchy of security organization based on the numbers within your neighborhood group – teams – squads, etc.. Security planning – plans based on various scenarios. Weapons and tactics. Training. Defensive and offensive positioning. Lookouts. Funneling – controlling foot traffic around the perimeter. Etc. etc..
There’s a-lot of planning and details surrounding a groups overall security, but the point here is to consider the advantage of having a neighborhood looking out for each other and banding together for overall security. While it might not be a successful approach everywhere – it should not be overlooked.
source: modernsurvivalblog.com
Source: http://www.patriotnetdaily.com/neighborhood-security-after-tshtf/
