Canada is reminding everyone to be prepared to handle emergencies, think storms, power outages, or even cyberattacks for at least 72 hours on your own.
This isn't about panic; it's longstanding advice from Public Safety Canada.
As Zarah Malik, a spokesperson for Public Safety Canada, puts it, having enough supplies for three days just makes sense so you're not left scrambling if something unexpected happens.
UK France Japan advise 3-day supplies
The United Kingdom, France, and Japan have all rolled out similar messages lately, encouraging people to keep a three-day stash of essentials.
While these warnings aren't coordinated, experts like Suzanne Bernier say this kind of preparation has been recommended for decades, and it's catching on globally.
Bottom line: A little planning now can save a lot of stress later.