No. The U.S. government’s official advice remains the same: Three days’ worth of supplies is sufficient. Other countries also give recommendations of days, not months. Plus, groceries are expensive right now! Unless you have the space and money to bulk-buy food and water, do what makes you most comfortable.
Shoppers stock up on staples including toilet paper, bottled water, diapers and canned goods at the Costco
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What kinds of supplies should you always have on hand?
Whether you prep for three days or 90, these are the things you should keep in your emergency preparedness kit:
Water: 1 gallon per person, per day
Nonperishable food: three days’ worth of food that never expires
First aid kit
Flashlight and extra batteries
Dust masks or respirators
Phone chargers and backup batteries
Weather radio
Manual can opener and basic tools
Personal sanitation: trash bags, twist ties and moist towelettes
Medication
