Why you should’t panic about governments urging emergency kits (but what should be in yours)
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How To Talk To Children About Stockpiling – A Psychologist's Advice For Easing Worry
By now, many of us have heard the UK government’s advice that we should “be ready” for emergencies and the disruption they cause.As part of its campaign to encourage us all to be prepared for these eventualities, officials recommended keeping stock of 17 items, like three days’ worth of food and water, a torch, a wind-up battery, and a first aid kit.Whether they’ve heard discussion about it in the car on the radio, on social media or at school, …
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Why you should’t panic about governments urging emergency kits (but what should be in yours)
Social media is abuzz after several world governments issued new or revamped guidance to residents urging them to stockpile enough food, water and other supplies for as long as 90 days. The countries – including Great Britain, Norway, Japan, Germany and Sweden – have issued guidance on everything from the appropriate amounts of food and water to have on hand to investing in a portable toilet.
The call to prepare emergency supplies is gaining traction in various countries, including the European Union and Sweden. | Sweden recommends that households have supplies to survive on their own for at least one week. | Essential supplies include water, non-perishable food, medicines, communication devices, cash, and important documents.
Dozens of countries are encouraging emergency preparedness. Germany recommends stocking up to 10 days' worth of food, while Thailand is preparing 72-hour emergency bags.
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