UK to Urge Households to Stock Up on Food Amid Climate and Security Threats

The UK government is preparing a public campaign urging households to keep basic supplies such as tinned food and bottled water for national emergencies. The advice is intended to help people cope with extreme weather, including heatwaves, flooding, and wildfires, as well as cyberattacks and potential disruption caused by hostile states. Officials say better household preparedness would allow emergency services and government resources to prioritize vulnerable people during a crisis. The campaign is part of broader efforts to strengthen national resilience.