Overview

• Lahbib says the Commission recommends households be self-sufficient for 72 hours during emergencies as part of its preparedness strategy.
• Suggested items include ID in waterproof casing, canned food, bottled water, matches, a small radio, medicines, cash, a Swiss army knife and playing cards.
• The plan calls for an EU strategic reserve covering resources such as firefighting aircraft, medical, energy and transport equipment, and CBRN tools.
• Nordic and German models informed the approach, with Sweden, Norway, Germany and Poland already issuing guidance or mandating shelters and stockpiles.
• Some EU lawmakers want preparedness handbooks sent to every home, while UK outlets highlighted the advice using alarmist references to a 'WW3' kit.