I wouldn't know anything about terror inspiring propaganda being sent to urban dwellers. No, not a thing.
No comment.

In all seriousness, it's probably genetic. Humans fear the unknown. And for those of us who consider the idea of being someplace where there is no street lights and no cell phone and no deliveried food and no 911 to be home, the rest of humanity can keep listening to it's genes. We like the peace and quiet.