EU residents urged to rely on themselves during the first 72 hours of a crisis The European Commission has published new civil preparedness recommendations, advising citizens in all EU countries to prepare for complete self-reliance during the first three days of any major emergency, from natural disasters to cyber attacks and infrastructure failures. Brussels suggests that every household stock an emergency kit with water, long-lasting food, medicine, torches, radios, power banks, cash and copies of documents. The authorities also suggest introducing basic survival skills training in kindergartens and primary schools, alongside better public communication strategies before, during and after crises. Additionally, an annual EU Preparedness Day is planned for October 23 starting in 2027. The year 2027 of the duck and cover ads in the EU.

EU residents urged to rely on themselves during the first 72 hours of a crisis The European Commission has published new civil preparedness recommendations, advising citizens in all EU countries to prepare for complete self-reliance during the first three days of any major emergency, from natural disasters to cyber attacks and infrastructure failures. Brussels suggests that every household stock an emergency kit with water, long-lasting food, medicine, torches, radios, power banks, cash and copies of documents. The authorities also suggest introducing basic survival skills training in kindergartens and primary schools, alongside better public communication strategies before, during and after crises. Additionally, an annual EU Preparedness Day is planned for October 23 starting in 2027. The year 2027 of the duck and cover ads in the EU.