Emergency Preparedness Tips
Practical advice for better emergency preparation.
Water Supply
Plan around 3 litres per person per day — for drinking and cooking. For 14 days, that's 42 litres per person.
Rotate Supplies
Use older food first and replenish regularly. This keeps your supplies useful and fresh.
Proper Storage
Store supplies in a cool, dry and dark place. Check packaging and expiry dates regularly.
Basic Supplies
Focus on simple shelf-stable foods: rice, pasta, oats, canned goods, oil, nuts and foods you actually eat.
Equipment
Think beyond food: flashlight, batteries, radio, first-aid supplies, hygiene items and important medication.
Cooking Without Power
A camping or gas stove can help. Use it only according to the instructions, with ventilation, and never unattended.
Additional Resources
• Swiss Federal Office for Civil Protection (FOCP)
• Red Cross – Emergency Preparedness Guide
• Government emergency alert apps