[appalachian_dweller]

I would not rely on the 911 phone system for anything.

My safety is my responsibility. The 911 phone system can be a life saver during 'normal' times, but during any type of catastrophic event, I fear we will all be on our own for a while.

It's not a bad idea to discuss such things with neighbors but they may think you're crazy. Heck, my roommate thinks I'm a paranoid. Nevertheless, just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not after me. lol.

Sad thing is, who even knows their neighbors anymore. I’m pretty lucky. I know my neighbors and speak with them regularly. We watch out for each other. Odd in this day and age.

[Letitring]

You're very blessed. I think most of us don't know our neighbors. I'm a little more fortunate, in some respects, because I do, less fortunate, in some respects, because I do. :(

I think we all need to give careful thoughts to our particular neighborhoods, with an eye toward survival.

Don't let your roomie read this post, or they'll swear you are in good company. :)

[Luke Skyfreeper]

It's not a bad idea to discuss such things with neighbors but they may think you're crazy. Heck, my roommate thinks I'm a paranoid. Nevertheless, just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not after me. lol.

"Hire paranoids. They have a high false alarm rate, but they discover all the plots."

[JustPiper]

I think all my neighbors are on wacky juice, seriously. Bunch of nuts will protect the neighborhood though -g-