| My predictions: The curve will barely flatten, before 'peak infection' is reached. At the current rate, we have only 1 or 2 months to accomplish this, and no progress so far. Many folks will get sick; the oldest will die at home. For others it will suck, and there will be no help even from neighbors, churches etc (like the last time, they quit functioning entirely) Some will not notice at all, apparently. They will survive into a world changed by loss, conservatism, suspicion and paranoia. An initial recession, while paradoxically goods are plentiful due to the reduced demand The Social Security fund will disappear entirely as a topic of discussion Civilization won't fall, and public order will only be occasionally disrupted in small localities I'd recommend establishing a network of close friends who will support one another during this time. It's about the only support we can expect. |
The curve is flat (at least the new "X" curve) in both Seattle and the Bay Area. That's definitely progress.