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A growing number of governments are asking families to prepare for emergencies by keeping essential supplies at home. According to a map highlighted by Newsweek, 33 countries across six continents have issued recommendations covering food, drinking water and other necessities.
The list includes the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Sweden, Finland, Japan, India, Australia and several countries in South America.
The reasons behind the warnings differ. Some governments are preparing for extreme weather, earthquakes and infrastructure failures, while others are concerned about cyberattacks and international tensions.
Recommended supplies generally include drinking water, non-perishable food, flashlights, spare batteries, a first-aid kit, a battery-powered radio and essential medication.
In the United States, FEMA recommends having at least three days of emergency supplies, with up to two weeks suggested when possible. Japan has also encouraged households to maintain several days of food and water.
Officials emphasize preparedness, not panic. The message is simple: having basic necessities available can make a difficult emergency easier to manage.
