MD,
As you know I live in OK but I live in the state's capitol and the largest city in the state. I used to say I would bug out but as I get older I don't think that as much. My parents are in their 60's and will not leave unless a total deal (father is handicap) and my wife's grandmothers who are in their 80's all live within about 3 miles......so see where I am at.

I would say find some like minded people in your area and start a plan. Best case is that numbers make it safer--to a point. One thing about it, I do not look forward to a BOO-BOO situation.