Illinois’ Top 10 Spots to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse

It's just a matter of time before the zombies descend upon us. That's why it's vital to understand the 10 places in Illinois that have the best chance to survive the invasion of the undead.

I decided to do a deep dive into Illinois survival centers for a hypothetical zombie apocalypse with some help from ChatGPT. I was looking for several key factors to be considered and that included both short term places where supplies would be easy to find and the parts of Illinois that would offer more long-term shelter. Common sense says big cities are to be avoided and that's why you'll see a lot of southern Illinois locations, but there are some surprises near the Mississippi River, too.

While you likely laugh at the idea of a zombie apocalypse, you should know the CDC still has their official "Zombie Pandemic" guide online. While it was a tongue-in-cheek checklist, the principles apply to all kinds of emergencies. The list of Illinois zombie apocalypse locations would also be the go-to spots in the event of widespread civil unrest. Everyone should have a "go" bag with emergency supplies that you could grab quickly and flee. You never know when a situation might arise (like zombies!) when this list would be helpful. It's just a matter of time before the you-know-what hits the fan.