As fears of a global catastrophe fuel emergency preparations, survival expert Andrew Thomas Price has revealed five foods to stockpile before disaster strikes and supplies run out.
With the threat of a global conflict raising concerns about widespread power outages and disrupted supply chains, the Pentagon is taking steps to ensure American military bases can survive for up to 90 days without “dependence on civilian power grids.”
The initiative, known as FORTRESS, is designed to keep American forces operational even if essential infrastructure fails, Fox News reports.
“Power is combat now,” Pentagon chief spokesperson Sean Parnell told the outlet. “You don’t want to be making these decisions in the middle of a global multi-front conflict. We have to have a plan.”
Meanwhile, Britain launched its Be Ready campaign on Oct. 22, urging households to keep enough food, drinking water and other essentials to survive three days of disruption.
And while governments prepare for the possibility of prolonged disruptions, the question is no longer just how to respond to a disaster, but whether households have enough supplies to get through one.
Five foods worth keeping on hand
“We’re looking at food that may be needed to go beyond that first three days of a disaster,” said survival expert and YouTuber Andrew Thomas Price. “And this is something that everybody should be thinking about.”
With that in mind, Price has identified five affordable, long-lasting foods that can help families stay nourished when disaster strikes and supplies become scarce.
1. White rice: An affordable pantry staple packed with carbohydrates for energy that can last for years when stored in airtight containers away from moisture.
2. Beans and legumes: Rich in protein and fiber, they pair well with rice to create filling, nutritious meals while adding variety to a limited food supply.
3. Canned fruits and vegetables: A reliable source of essential vitamins and minerals when fresh produce is unavailable, with a long shelf life and no refrigeration required until opened.
4. Canned meat and fish: Provide protein and, depending on the variety, fats for energy. Many are ready to eat straight from the can, making them especially useful when cooking facilities are unavailable.
Honey and water
His final recommendation might be the most surprising.
Honey can last for exceptionally long periods when stored properly, providing natural sugars for energy. It also has antibacterial properties and can be used in certain wound treatments, although medical-grade honey is recommended for that purpose rather than ordinary supermarket varieties.
Of course, even the best-stocked pantry is of little use without safe drinking water. Households should also consider how they would prepare dry foods if their usual cooking equipment stopped working.
While emergency supplies cannot guarantee survival in every disaster, having the basics ready before a crisis could spare families from scrambling for necessities when they need them most.
Please let us know how, and if, you are preparing for a potential disaster!
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