High riskPrep tier: 72-Hour
Cyberattack
A coordinated attack takes down banking, payments, telecoms and possibly utilities. Shops can't take cards, phone networks clog and misinformation spreads fast.
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Critical Rules: What NEVER To Do
- ✗Don't rush to ATMs during a grid or banking outage — queues attract trouble and machines may be empty.
- ✗Don't rely on digital payment apps or cloud-only documents.
- ✗Don't share unverified rumours on whatever channels still work.
- ✗Don't click 'emergency update' links in texts or emails.
Emergency Response Timeline
First 6 Hours: Instant Action Plan
- 1Check official radio (battery/wind-up) for confirmed information.
- 2Shelter in place — this is rarely an evacuation event.
- 3Fill bottles and the bath in case water pumping is affected.
- 4Gather cash, ID and printed documents in one place.
- 5Agree a rally point with family in case phones fail.
Required Equipment
Top-priority supplies for this scenario. Tick what you own.