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Start here: 3 steps
You do not need to do everything at once. These three steps are the base of most official preparedness advice, and each links to a full guide with its sources.
Step 1Build a 72-hour kitA basic household kit lets your family cope for at least three days without power, water or shops. This page explains what to pack, where to keep it and how to keep it current.Step 2Make a family planEmergencies often strike when family members are in different places and phones do not work. A simple written plan tells everyone how to reach each other, where to meet and who does what.Step 3Get official alertsKnowing how official warnings reach you, and having a way to hear them without power or internet, can buy precious time. This page covers phone alerts, radios, official channels and avoiding rumours.