Multiple European countries have taken steps to prepare their citizens for potential emergencies, including wars, cyberattacks, and natural disasters.
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Countries such as England, Germany, and Sweden have issued guidance to their citizens, recommending that they stockpile non-perishable food, water, and medicine. The British government has launched a Be Ready campaign, which advises households to be self-sufficient for at least three days in the event of an emergency.
In Germany, the government has recommended that households stockpile enough emergency supplies to last ten days, including two liters of liquid per person per day. The Swedish government has warned its citizens of the risk of a conflict breaking out on its soil and has urged them to be prepared.
The emergency plans and preparedness guidance are being issued due to a range of potential risks, including severe storms, wildfires, cyberattacks, and supply chain disruptions. The governments of these countries are encouraging their citizens to take steps to prepare for emergencies and to be able to manage on their own for a short period of time if necessary.
