33 countries have called on their populations to be prepared for war and emergency situations.

The United States, Germany, Japan, and 30 other countries are advising their citizens to stockpile food, drinking water, and medicine—supplies that would be essential in the event of war, cyberattacks, or natural disasters. This was reported by Newsweek.

The recommendation suggests that every household should store enough supplies to survive for at least three days during an emergency without external assistance. In some countries, this recommended duration is longer; for instance, Sweden and Norway advise citizens to prepare a one-week supply, while Germany recommends a stockpile sufficient for up to 10 days.

These recommendations are prompted by the potential for disruptions to electricity, water, and communication systems, the temporary closure of stores, and other emergency scenarios—situations in which people might be unable to access routine services for several days.

Citizens are advised to keep the following items at home:

🔹 Drinking water and non-perishable food;
🔹 Essential medicines and first-aid supplies;
🔹 A flashlight and spare batteries;
🔹 A radio that operates without electricity;
🔹 Necessary supplies for children and other family members. Experts recommend building up supplies gradually through everyday purchases, rather than all at once. It is emphasized that these recommendations do not imply that a war will break out in the near future. The goal is to prepare the population in advance for unexpected emergency situations.