EAS Scenario: The Living Roadkill (Halloween Special)

Summary

A catastrophic incident begins with a truck crash in Waukegan, Illinois, spilling a mysterious substance that reanimates roadkill animals into deadly zombies. The outbreak spreads rapidly across multiple states in the U.S., then to Canada, the U.K., and Australia, sparking global panic. Emergency broadcasts warn citizens to stay indoors, seek shelter, and avoid these dangerous creatures. As the zombie apocalypse escalates, governments mobilize to contain the outbreak. After a global effort, the crisis is eventually contained, with millions of animals lost, but billions surviving. The broadcast ends with an all-clear message, signaling the end of the threat.

Takeaways

• 😀 A semi-truck crash in Waukegan, Illinois spills a mysterious substance, leading to the deaths of 200 animals.
• 😀 The spilled substance reanimates the roadkill animals, transforming them into aggressive 'roadkill zombies'.
• 😀 A wide variety of animals, including frogs, turtles, raccoons, deer, and rabbits, are turned into zombies due to the chemical spill.
• 😀 The zombies begin attacking residents in Waukegan, prompting a local emergency and shelter-in-place warnings.
• 😀 The outbreak quickly spreads to surrounding states, including Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin, with authorities urging people to stay indoors.
• 😀 The zombie plague continues to spread to Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, escalating into a global crisis.
• 😀 Governments worldwide issue emergency broadcasts, advising residents to barricade themselves indoors and prepare survival kits.
• 😀 The global crisis worsens, with roadkill zombies wreaking havoc across all continents, leading to mass panic and survival measures.
• 😀 Citizens are advised to stay quiet and avoid attracting zombies, with armed defense being a last resort if zombies breach shelters.
• 😀 After massive global destruction, the roadkill zombies are eradicated, and the crisis is declared over with the survival of most animals.
• 😀 The emergency alert systems are deactivated, and normal programming resumes as the world begins recovering from the zombie outbreak.

Q & A

What is the initial cause of the roadkill zombie outbreak in Waukegan?

The outbreak is triggered by a truck crash in Waukegan, where a large semi-truck carrying a strange substance loses its brakes and crashes into a forest, causing a spill. This spill appears to have reanimated roadkill animals into 'roadkill zombies.'

What kind of animals are affected by the spill and transformed into roadkill zombies?

The animals affected include frogs, turtles, squirrels, raccoons, skunks, opossums, moles, coyotes, deer, rabbits, as well as dogs, cats, rats, and other animals in the region.

How do roadkill zombies differ from typical zombies seen in movies?

Roadkill zombies are reanimated animals that have suffered severe injuries, including bruises, missing fur, and clouded eyes. Their blood circulation has stopped, and they attack anyone they encounter, making them dangerous and hard to approach.

What actions are local authorities taking in response to the roadkill zombie outbreak?

Local authorities are working to identify the strange substance that caused the outbreak and are advising residents to stay indoors, lock all windows and doors, and avoid the affected areas. Animal control agencies and police are actively working to contain the situation.

What is the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) advising people in the affected regions?

FEMA has issued a warning advising residents in affected states, including Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin, to seek shelter indoors, away from windows and doors, and to avoid traveling. They recommend preparing emergency supplies like food, water, and a battery-powered radio.

How does the outbreak spread to other regions, such as Canada and the UK?

The outbreak spreads as roadkill zombies cross borders. They are reported in Ontario, Canada, and later in the United Kingdom, where authorities warn residents to stay indoors and lock doors. The situation continues to escalate globally.

What global emergency actions are being taken in response to the roadkill zombie crisis?

A global emergency is declared, with all nations advising citizens to seek underground shelters, lock all doors and windows, and prepare survival kits. Military forces and law enforcement agencies are actively trying to contain the spread of the roadkill zombies.

What are the key survival tips provided during the emergency?

Key survival tips include staying in underground shelters, avoiding attracting the zombies by staying quiet, using armed protection if necessary, and contacting local authorities if zombies are sighted. People are advised to remain calm and follow official guidance.

What is the ultimate resolution of the roadkill zombie crisis?

The crisis concludes when all roadkill zombies are killed. A total of 300 million animals have been destroyed in the outbreak, while approximately 700 billion animals survive. Emergency alerts are lifted, and normal programming resumes.

What role does the Australian Army play in the crisis?

The Australian Army plays a crucial role in defending against the roadkill zombies, particularly in Sydney, where they fight to protect citizens. Their efforts are part of the global response to the outbreak.