Authorities in Sweden, Finland, and Norway have started distributing leaflets containing survival instructions to their citizens in the event of war or other unforeseen crises.
It’s notable that a few weeks ago, an EU report advised citizens to begin stockpiling essential goods to last for three days, in preparation for any eventuality, including a nuclear strike.
In particular, Swedish residents began receiving leaflets on Monday the 18th of November that provided instructions on how to respond. The leaflet, entitled “If a crisis or war comes,” has been revised due to what the Swedish government describes as a worsening security situation, alluding to the conflict in Ukraine and Russian involvement.
The pamphlet has doubled in size compared to its previous edition. Similarly, Finland has recently updated its online guidance on “preparing for incidents and crises.”
Moreover, Norwegians have also been given a leaflet that encourages them to be self-sufficient for a week in the event of extreme weather, war, or other dangers. Additionally, during the summer, the Danish emergency management agency distributed emails to Danish citizens detailing the supplies of water, food, and medicine necessary to withstand a crisis lasting three days.
The Finnish pamphlet includes a comprehensive section on military conflict, detailing the government’s and president’s response strategies in the event of an armed attack, emphasizing Finland’s readiness for self-defense. In contrast to Sweden and Norway, Helsinki opted against distributing a printed copy to every household, citing the high costs involved and the advantage of updating a digital version more efficiently.
“We have sent 2.2 million forms, one for each household in Norway,” says Tore Kamfjord, head of the “self-preparation” section of the Norwegian Civil Protection (DSB).
Sweden became a member of NATO this year, following Finland’s decision to apply after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Norway, on the other hand, was a founding member of the Western defense alliance.
Iodine cans, medicines and tablets
The leaflet recommends keeping long-lasting food items at home, such as canned beans, energy bars, and pasta, and medicines like iodine tablets for a nuclear incident.
Oslo distributed an earlier version to its citizens in 2018. The concept of an emergency leaflet is familiar to Swedes; the first ‘If There Is War’ edition was published during World War II and revised during the Cold War.
A statement has been omitted from the current leaflet: “Sweden will never surrender if attacked by another country. Any claims that resistance has ceased are false.”
The leaflet outlines actions for citizens in various emergencies, urging them to be self-sufficient initially during a crisis.
Finns are advised on enduring prolonged power outages in sub-zero winter temperatures.
The emergency kit should include iodine tablets, simple-to-prepare foods, pet supplies, and alternative feeding methods. The Swedish version suggests stocking up on potatoes, cabbage, carrots, eggs, canned bolognese sauce, and ready-made blueberry and rosehip soups.
Considering the aforementioned, it is our belief that the “preparation for the Third World War” is merely a fable for the oblivious. In reality, World War III serves as a smokescreen. Indeed, preparations are underway for a different event, a significant natural calamity. Perhaps even an alien landing, which, given their potential, equates to a natural disaster. Observing the EU leaders’ fervent activities with pickaxes and shovels, it appears that something significant is imminent.
