Brits warned to prepare '72-hour survival kit' following concerning WW3 threat

With political tensions continuing to increase across the globe, the talks of a ‘World War III’ continue to be bandied about.

And some days it really does unfortunately seem like it could at least be a possibility.

From Donald Trump’s wanting of Greenland to the conflict between Russia and much of Europe, Brits have begun to fear we could end up in a war.

So, there was previously a warning to prepare a ’72-hour survival kit’ should such situations arise. This came from the European Commission last year when it advised citizens of the EU to build up a bit of a stash of essentials.

Look, I know we’re not in the EU necessarily, but when it comes to chances of a war, it’s best we’re prepared regardless.

Many fear Putin may take nuclear action. (Ramil Sitdikov / POOL / AFP via Getty Images)

Earlier this year, Sergey Karaganov (a Russian propagandist) made quite the threat. He warned that if Russia was to face defeat, then nuclear weapons would be used and Europe would therefore ‘be finished physically’.

Yeah, doesn’t sound worrying at all.

“So I mean, it's simply impossible even to think about it, but they have been talking because they need a war to rationalise their stay in power, to rationalise their existence,” he added of Russia taking action against Europe.

With these kind of threats being made towards the continent, some countries like Sweden and Norway handed out survival guides for citizens.

And some experts have suggested that the UK should be taking similar steps for its people. It’s therefore highlighted that this ’72-hour survival kit’ could be vital for Brits in emergency situations.

President Ursula von der Leyen said previously of the EU that 'our citizens, our Member States, and our businesses need the right tools to act both to prevent crises and to react swiftly when a disaster hits'.

It's not all too different to a 'Doomsday kit'. (Getty Stock)

Importantly, a 72-hour survival kit isn’t just advised for situations like war but even wildfires or flash floods. And the City of Calgary previously shared a great guide for the contents.

The items include:

· Bottled water

· Portable water filters

· Non-perishable food and energy bars (remember to add in a tin-opener for the cans)

· Portable charger (make sure that’s charged up, of course)

· A first aid kit (including basic and any essential meds)

· Cash (even though we might pretty much be cashless now, this could be more helpful)

· Travel documents (including passports, IDs)

· Fire-starting tools

· Survival knife

· Warm clothing and shelter equipment

· Navigation tools like a compass or map (you don’t want to have to rely on your phone)

· Communication devices