There’s a particular kind of cold that sets in at about two in the morning during a January power cut. The heating has been off for hours. You’ve done the sensible things: extra jumpers, a second duvet, telling yourself it’ll be back on soon. And then your hands go cold, and stay cold. HotHands hand … Read more
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In March 2026, the UK had just two days of gas in storage. With a key North Sea supply decision still unresolved, here’s what households need to do before winter arrives.
Most people know they need a carbon monoxide alarm. Fewer people think about whether the one they have will actually work when they need it. Those are different questions — and for preppers, the second one matters a great deal. During a power cut, temporary cooking equipment comes out. Portable heaters get dragged from the … Read more