# UCL professor urges households to prepare for two-week emergencies

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/forget-three-days-scientist-tells-brits-to-stockpile-enough-for-two-weeks-heres-exactly-what-you-should-be-buying/
- Published: 2026-10-31T09:44:27+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-31T10:02:34+00:00
- Original publisher: Daily Mail (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.dailymail.com/sciencetech/article-16249865/Scientist-tells-Brits-stockpile-2-WEEKS.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490
- Topics: Business, Markets, World

## Key points

- UCL expert recommends building up to two weeks of emergency supplies.
- Store one gallon of water per person per day.
- Include long-life food, medication, a torch and a radio.

## Summary

Professor Ilan Kelman of University College London says households that can afford it should prepare for two weeks without essential services, rather than relying on the UK Government’s three-day supply guidance. He argues that longer disruptions to electricity, water or transport could arise during storms and other emergencies, and that household preparation can also help communities cope.

Suggested food supplies include tinned meat, fish, fruit and vegetables, as well as pasta, rice, crackers, nuts and long-life milk. The guidance also recommends one gallon (3.8 litres) of water per person per day, plus items such as a torch, radio, chargers, medication, hygiene supplies and a can opener; families should account for babies, pets and dietary needs. The article links the advice to concerns about severe winter weather and cites emergency guidance from the American Red Cross and authorities in New South Wales and Washington State.

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