A picture of Andreas, a man with brown hair in glasses and a blue shirt, and a picture of supplies including nuts, brochures, water and cashImage source, Andreas Wennerberg
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Andreas from Sweden was spurred into action after government advice was posted through his door

ByGrace Dean
  • Published38 minutes ago

Sales of tinned food, radios and torches spiked in some shops after the UK government advised households what to stock up on in case of a national emergency.

While having this stash - or personal crisis kit - is new to the UK, it's common in many places across the world.

Countries facing extreme weather, natural disasters and fraught geopolitical situations regularly issue preparedness guidance - some even delivering booklets directly to homes.