They say with a smile while knowingly destroying the very climate and infrastructure that provides us with our water and food.

Stockpiles only help in the very short term. This is rubbish advice from the very people who are meant to secure access to basic necessities for the population.

Zombie apocalypse?

and threats by hostile state

There it is

Well I've got tins and baked beans so I'm going to survive the apocalypse I guess.

Stupid advice, what exactly is the average person supposed to do, most people are living paycheck to paycheck as it is and they don't have the extra cash sitting around to stockpile just in case the world happens to end on their watch. Wouldn't it be a far better idea to just prevent such a situation from happening in the first place?

This appeared in a UK newspaper many months ago. Recommended 72-Hour Survival Checklist • Bottled Water: At least nine litres of water per person (roughly three litres per day for drinking, with extra recommended for cooking and washing). • Non-Perishable Food: Tinned meat, fish, or vegetables, as well as dried fruit and nuts that do not require heating or boiling water. • Battery-Powered or Wind-Up FM Radio: To receive emergency broadcasts and updates. • Torch and Extra Batteries: For lighting if power fails. • Charged Power Bank: To keep mobile devices and communication tools charged. • First Aid Kit: Including waterproof plasters, bandages, antiseptic, a thermometer, and regular personal medications. • Sanitisation Supplies: Hand sanitiser and wet wipes. • Warmth and Shelter: Blankets and extra warm clothing. • Cash: Physical money in case electronic payment systems or card networks collapse. • Important Documents: Printed copies of passports, birth certificates, insurance policies, and emergency contact or medical instructions. • Baby and Pet Supplies: Dedicated food, water, and care items if you have infants or pets in the household. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6] Category Recommended Items Quantity / Detail Hydration Bottled water 9 litres per person (3 days) Food Tinned/dried goods (tinned meat, fish, vegetables, dried fruit) 3 days' supply Power & Comms Wind-up/battery FM radio, torch, power bank Charged and ready Medical First aid kit, regular prescriptions Basic dressings, thermometer, meds list Sanitation & Safety Wet wipes, hand sanitiser, blankets Basic hygiene and warmth Financial & Legal Physical cash, printed key documents Passports, insurance, emergency contacts