Home preparedness

In the event of a social crisis, help will first go to those who need it most. Plan to be able to manage without the help of society for a week, preferably longer if possible. Start from your own conditions and needs and those of the people close to you. It can take a long time for everyday life to return to normal. Being able to manage without the help of society for a week is called having home preparedness.
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You need preparedness for:

  • Food and cooking
  • Drinking water
  • Heating
  • Communication
  • Medicines and first aid kits
  • Toilet visits and hygiene
  • Lighting –  for example, flashlights and candles
  • Money –  a small amount of cash in different denominations
  • Transportation –  if possible, keep the car fully refueled
Foto: Johnér/Annika Vannerus

Food in a crisis

It is important to have extra food at home that provides sufficient calories. Choose foods which can be prepared quickly, do not require much water or cooking and can be stored at room temperature.

Water supply in a crisis

Clean drinking water is essential for life. Allow at least three litres per adult per day. If you are unsure of water quality, you must be able to boil the water.

Heating during a crisis

When we’re cold, our ability to think and move is impaired. It is therefore important to keep warm in a crisis. Make a plan to keep you and your home warm if the electricity goes out.

Fotograf: L Ancheles/Johnér

Crisis communication

In the event of a serious incident, you must be able to receive important information, especially from Swedish Radio P4. You also need to be able to follow media reports, keep in touch with relatives and, in emergencies, reach the emergency services, medical services or the police.