Responsible or panicked? Meet the people around the world already preparing for crisis
Individuals globally are increasingly stockpiling emergency supplies like food, water, and radios due to government advice and geopolitical instability. The trend reflects a growing personal responsibility for crisis preparedness.
Why it matters
Reflects shifting public sentiment regarding national security and individual resilience in an era of global uncertainty.
Image source, Andreas Wennerberg Image caption, Andreas from Sweden was spurred into action after government advice was posted through his door
Sales of tinned food, radios and torches spiked in some shops after the UK government advised households what to stock up on in case of a national emergency.
While having this stash - or personal crisis kit - is new to the UK, it's common in many places across the world.
Countries facing extreme weather, natural disasters and fraught geopolitical situations regularly issue preparedness guidance - some even delivering booklets directly to homes.
So what do these emergency supplies look like for some and how do they manage it?
Image source, Andreas Wennerberg Thirty-year-old Andreas Wennerberg had never really thought about preparing for emergencies, until a government booklet arrived through his door two years ago.
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