WSJ What’s News Inside the New Era of Emergency Readiness
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Oct 26, 2025 With extreme weather and global threats on the rise, survival prep is gaining popularity. Denmark encourages citizens to assemble 72-hour kits following drone sightings, while delivery apps like Wolt are evolving to offer quick access to essential supplies. Taiwan and Japan promote packing go-bags for emergencies, creating a culture of preparedness. In the U.K., grassroots initiatives emphasize community support and practical readiness. Families experiment with self-reliance techniques, highlighting the importance of basic essentials for personal and community resilience.
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Seventy-Two Hour Baseline
- Governments now advise citizens to stock 72 hours of supplies as a baseline for resilience.
- This shifts some responsibility to individuals so authorities can focus on larger crisis responses.
Local Shopping Runs During Drone Scares
- A Danish reporter found friends and family stocking water, canned food and wind-up radios after drone incursions.
- Demand spiked for canned mackerel and freeze-dried camping food across Denmark.
Choose Practical, Long-Lasting Supplies
- Stock long-shelf-life, easy-to-prepare items like canned food, matches, candles and water.
- Prioritize items that work without power and require minimal preparation.