Ep 8. Total Destruction

In Doomsday Preppers season 3 episode 8, titled "Total Destruction," viewers are introduced to three preppers who are each preparing for a different doomsday scenario.

The first prepper, Jim, is preparing for a massive earthquake which he predicts will hit California. He has spent the last 20 years building a network of underground bunkers and stockpiling supplies such as water, food, and medical equipment. He believes that his bunkers will keep him and his family safe in the event of a catastrophic earthquake. Jim also practices emergency preparedness drills with his family on a regular basis to ensure they are able to survive and thrive in their underground home.

The second prepper, Steve, is focused on the possibility of a solar flare that could knock out all electronics on the planet. To prepare for this, he has designed and built a Faraday cage to protect his electronics, including his solar panels, from the resulting electromagnetic pulse (EMP). Steve has also created a network of communication with other preppers in his community, who can provide support and resources in the event of an EMP. He sees himself as a leader in his community and has dedicated his life to ensuring the survival of himself and his loved ones.

The third prepper, Rick, believes that a massive nuclear war could occur at any moment. He has spent years building a self-sufficient bunker deep in the mountains of Colorado. His bunker is filled with everything he believes he and his family will need to survive for an extended period of time, including food, water, and medical supplies. Rick has also trained himself and his family in self-defense and teaches them how to hunt for their own food. He believes that the only way to survive is to be completely self-sufficient and to not rely on the outside world.

As the episode progresses, viewers are taken through each prepper's daily life and preparations for their doomsday scenarios. They witness Jim and his family conducting an emergency drill in their bunker, with Jim teaching his children how to properly ration their supplies and use the equipment in the event of an earthquake. They also see Steve testing his Faraday cage by attempting to fry electronics with an EMP generator and carefully monitoring the results. Finally, viewers watch Rick survey his bunker, checking his supplies and making sure everything is in working order.

The episode culminates in a dramatic demonstration, in which each prepper's worst-case scenario is simulated. Jim's bunker is put to the test with a simulated earthquake, while Steve witnesses the effects of an EMP on his electronics. Rick's bunker is subjected to a simulated nuclear blast to see how his preparations hold up. The episode ends with each prepper reflecting on what they've learned and how they would adapt their preparations based on the results of the simulation.

Overall, "Total Destruction" provides a fascinating look into the minds and preparations of doomsday preppers, who are each uniquely preparing for their own worst-case scenarios. The episode raises important questions about survivalism and the balance between preparation and paranoia. Viewers are left to wonder – are these preppers paranoid or are they simply taking necessary precautions in an unpredictable world?