Preparedness guides

Practical EU-focused guides: emergency kit, 72-hour readiness, and official warning apps — calm steps you can take before a crisis.

• Emergency kit / grab bag

  What to pack in a household emergency kit and a small grab bag you can take in minutes — for blackouts, evacuation and everyday crises in Europe.

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• 72-hour preparedness

  How to be ready for about 72 hours without shops, power or normal services — the EU-style baseline for households across Europe.

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• Warning apps and EU-Alert

  How public warnings reach you in Europe: official warning apps, cell broadcast (EU-Alert) and what to enable on your phone before a crisis.

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