Belgium has urged citizens to provide themselves with the necessary items in case of emergency. Citizens are advised to have «emergency suitcases» and a supply of resources for at least 72 hours.
Official emergency preparedness campaign
Today, the Belgian authorities announced the launch of a large-scale four-year information campaign aimed at improving the population's preparedness for possible crisis events. By. data agencies Belga, The government recommends that citizens be prepared to meet their basic needs for at least three days.
The campaign contains clear recommendations on how to prepare for different types of emergencies, including natural disasters, man-made accidents and other threats. The authorities emphasise the importance of personal responsibility of each resident.
List of necessary things
Belgians are advised to prepare a set of things to live off the grid for 72 hours. The list includes water, long-term storage food, a first aid kit, flashlights, batteries, cash and hygiene products.
The authorities also recommend having a separate «emergency bag» for urgent evacuation. It should contain documents, water, food, chargers and basic medical supplies.
Raising public awareness
Officials emphasise that emergency preparedness is not only the responsibility of the state, but also of every citizen. The information campaign aims to teach people how to act independently in the first hours after a crisis.
The campaign will include the distribution of information materials, trainings and consultations for the public. Similar measures are already being implemented in other European countries.
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