As I'm about to embark on another trip to the United Kingdom soon, I've been warned to look out for rioting and mobs in London. Although there have already been many protests there that have turned violent, they've seemed to happen between my trips over there. Yes, so far I've been fortunate. However, I'm always vigilant, but as the economic climate continues to become more grim, it's best to be prepared for any eventuality. Austerity measures and budget cuts continue to remain unpopular within many European countries, and these general feelings of discontent and unrest can quickly escalate into violence and mobs running out of control. Furthermore, social networks make it easier for people to organize themselves quickly into a rabble intent on destruction and hostility.
Not only have there been riots in Greece, England, and Egypt, but there is more and more evidence of this happening here in the United States. Recently, alarming mob activity has happened in Peoria, Illinois, and Philadelphia. Fernando Ferfal Aguirre, who authored a book called Surviving the Economic Collapse, addresses these events on his blog in the link provided below. Mr. Aguirre, who lived through the economic collapse in Argentina, provides some very helpful tips on how to protect yourself against a flash mob. This is well-worth reading, especially for those who live in or travel to major metropolis areas.
Jena Eison
