There is growing unrest in the world – due to climate change, war and digital threats. While most things work as they are supposed to in Norway, we have to be prepared for extreme weather, pandemics, accidents, sabotage and, in a worst-case scenario, war potentially affecting us.   

Are you prepared? 

How will you and your loved ones manage if you lose electricity for an extended period? What will you do if there is no water? What will happen if you can’t go to the grocery store for a week? 

If the power fails, the water in your pipes, sewer systems, medical equipment, electric vehicle chargers, payment solutions, the internet, mobile phones, radios, refrigerators and your oven or cooktop may not function as normal. 

Preparedness is about being ready for these types of situations.  

Strengthen your self-preparedness!  

Good self-preparedness is an investment in safety and security for you and those close to you. In addition, you make it possible for the authorities to prioritise those who need help the most.  

By being prepared to manage for a week, you will be better able to handle anything from small disruptions in your day, to major crises. In addition, you will have bought yourself better time to plan how to proceed if the crisis were to continue for a longer time.  

Remember that even small preparations are better than nothing!  

Prepared for a week

Here follows some examples of things we recommend you have on hand in your home. You should consider your personal needs and which solutions work best for where you live. Remember that family members, friends and neighbours can work together on self-preparedness. Check your emergency kit regularly. 

Checklist for your emergency kit 

• Clean drinking water stored in kegs or bottles.    
• Food that can be stored at room temperature.   
• Gas barbecue grill, cooker or camping stove.   
• Warm clothes, blankets, duvets and sleeping bags.   
• Matches and candles.    
• Firewood if you have a wood-burning stove or a fireplace.   
• Gas heater or paraffin stove intended for indoor use is an alternative to wood-burning. 
• Arrangements for accommodation if you do not have an alternative heating source.
• Flashlights/torches or head lamps that use batteries, cranks or solar power to operate.  
• DAB radio that uses batteries, cranks or solar power to operate.    
• Medication and first-aid equipment.   
• Iodine tablets (applies to children, adults under age 40, and pregnant and breastfeeding persons).    
• Personal hygiene items, such as wet wipes, hand sanitizer, diapers/nappies and menstruation products.   
• Batteries and fully charged power bank(s).   
• Some cash and multiple payment cards.   
• Food and water for any pets.  
• List (hard copy) of important phone numbers, such as emergency numbers, urgent care, veterinarian, family members, friends and neighbours.