It’s not like there’s a pressing need for planning for an Zombie apocalypse, but as a bit of fun, prompted by a friend (Hi Jen!), News OnTheWight asked the Chat-GPT AI (Artificial Intelligence) for her,
‘Can you help a friend? They asked, “I want to ask about a Zombie apocalypse plan for the Isle of Wight, best place to go, what supplies to bring?”
Calling on all the world’s written knowledge, the AI’s reply is below:
Certainly! A zombie apocalypse presents unique challenges and threats, so the plan would need to be adjusted accordingly. Here’s a revised plan specifically for a zombie apocalypse on the Isle of Wight:
1 – Location: Choose a location that offers protection from zombies and easy monitoring of the surrounding area. Consider places with strong natural barriers or defensible structures. Some suggestions on the Isle of Wight include:
- a. Carisbrooke Castle: Located near Newport, the castle has strong defensive walls and a commanding view of the surrounding area.
- b. St. Catherine’s Lighthouse: The lighthouse is isolated, and its height could offer a vantage point for monitoring zombie movements.
- c. Fort Victoria: The fort is on the western coast and has strong defensive features, including walls and gun emplacements.
2 – Shelter: Reinforce your chosen shelter to keep zombies out. This may include boarding up windows, reinforcing doors, and creating barriers around the perimeter.
3 – Supplies: In addition to the supplies mentioned earlier, consider adding the following specifically for a zombie apocalypse:
- a. Weapons: Choose weapons suitable for close combat (such as baseball bats, crowbars, or machetes) and ranged combat (such as crossbows or firearms, if available).
- b. Noise-making devices: Use these to distract or lure zombies away from your location. Examples include firecrackers, air horns, or makeshift noisemakers.
- c. Protective gear: Consider acquiring bite-resistant clothing or improvised armour to protect against zombie attacks.
4 – Skills: In addition to the general survival skills mentioned earlier, learn techniques for avoiding, distracting, and neutralising zombies. This may include stealth tactics, hand-to-hand combat, and marksmanship.
5 – Community: Establish a group of trusted individuals with diverse skills, and create a system for monitoring and reporting zombie activity. Consider setting up a buddy system to ensure safety when venturing outside your shelter.
6 – Escape plan: Prepare a plan for leaving the island if necessary. This might involve securing a boat or other means of transportation, along with enough supplies to sustain you during the journey.
Keep in mind that this plan is tailored to a zombie apocalypse on the Isle of Wight. The specifics will depend on the nature of the zombie threat and the local environment. Adapt the plan to the unique challenges that may arise during a zombie apocalypse, and always prioritise safety and vigilance.
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