Government recommendations compared

Same idea — stay safe at home for a short disruption — different wording and durations.

CountryDuration emphasisedCore categoriesOfficial link
United States Several days (kit); Red Cross also cites 3-day go-bag + 2-week home Water, food, radio, light, first aid, meds, documents, power bank Ready.gov
United Kingdom 72 hours (3 days) Water, tins, torch, radio, power bank, first aid, baby items, cash Prepare UK
Canada 72 hours Water, food, radio, flashlight, first aid, personal docs GetPrepared
Australia Often 3+ days in kit examples Water, food, radio, torch, hygiene, meds, documents Get Ready
New Zealand Household plans + several days supplies Water, food, warmth, communication, meds NEMA
Ireland Short-term household disruption Food, water, light, radio, first aid, follow local alerts gov.ie

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