The European Commission is launching a new preparedness strategy to encourage citizens to prepare for crises by developing household emergency plans and stockpiling essential supplies, aiming to ensure self-sufficiency for 72 hours. This strategy includes promoting a “national preparedness day” and drawing on recommendations from a report by Finland’s former president, with inspiration from Scandinavian countries like Finland, Sweden, and Denmark. Some European countries already advise citizens to stockpile goods for emergencies, with Sweden recommending a one to two-week supply and Norway providing guidelines for emergency preparedness.
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