It seems in many ways like we are still paying the price for what happened then.
Unfortunately, COVID-19 is apparently here to stay as it has become endemic much like the seasonal flu.
We should remember that it could have been much worse.
Global pandemics and the response to them can be extremely disruptive. What lessons have we learned from the most recent event? Image: Hornady Mfg.
It was something to joke about, at least until it wasnt.
A weeks supply of favorite snacks no longer was available, and families began to ration basic items.
Even as the world settled into a new normal, supply chain disruption created further shortages of other goods.
Pvt. Armelis Quintero, a medic from Joint Task Force — Puerto Rico, prepares a COVID-19 vaccine as part of Operation Warp Speed. Image: Spc. Kevin Torres/U.S. Army
The old saying hope for the best, and prepare for the worst should remain true.
It saw more first-time gun buyers than at any point in recent history.
Firearms retailers couldnt keep ammunition on store shelves and rationing.
The Maryland National Guard delivered food to citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic. Image: Sgt. James Nowell-Coleman/U.S. Army
Some goods, including fresh produce, cant be easily frozen or otherwise preserved for the long haul.
Even frozen items like those pizzas have a limited shelf life.
Dry goods like pasta, flour, and sugar can remain good for years.
Having self-defense supplies of ammunition on hand is important as they will likely dry up during any troubles. Image: Hornady Mfg.
But other items will go bad.
The order of the day should always be about planning ahead.
These can ensure that a lengthy outage in summer heat doesnt leave you with more than just spoiled milk!
Severe storms can do more than provide a show — they can also disrupt power grids and cause your home some serious troubles.
But heading to Home Depot after the storm has passed means there will be greater demand than supply.
Having the generator ready and waiting should be the course of action.
That fuel should also be rotated.
Even with fuel stabilizers, gasoline only stays good for so long.
Next Time?
Perhaps the final lesson learned is that the world didnt end.
And this is always sound advice.
