--- title: "The 72-hour emergency kit: What authorities recommend keeping on hand for a crisis" url: https://moldova1.md/p/89848/the-72-hour-emergency-kit-what-authorities-recommend-keeping-on-hand-for-a-crisis published: 2026-11-10T10:00:00Z language: en author: "Iulian Fanaru" section: "Social" source: moldova1.md --- # The 72-hour emergency kit: What authorities recommend keeping on hand for a crisis > The Republic of Moldova will launch between November 19 and 21 the first initiatives under the national “Moldova Pregătită” (Moldova Prepared) program, an awareness campaign aimed at helping people prepare for crises and remain self-sufficient for at least 72 hours. ![](https://storage.moldova1.md/images/916bde0b-2496-4ca6-a2a8-8894139a7ced.jpg) The Republic of Moldova will launch between November 19 and 21 the first initiatives under the national “Moldova Pregătită” (Moldova Prepared) program, an awareness campaign aimed at helping people prepare for crises and remain self-sufficient for at least 72 hours. The authorities will publish a practical guide with recommendations for citizens, including a list of items and products to keep in an emergency backpack. Representatives of the National Crisis Management Center (NCMC) clarify that this initiative does not imply any planned interruption of essential services; rather, it aims to enhance safety and the public's ability to respond to unforeseen situations. *Moldova Pregătită* is a three-year national program designed to foster a culture of emergency preparedness—both among the general population and within state institutions. "People need to know in advance how to prepare for crises and what steps to take in such situations—not just when these events actually occur," said Cătălina Ceban, Coordinator for External Assistance and International Relations at the NCMC, during the "Bună Dimineața" program on the Moldova 1 TV. ![](https://storage.moldova1.md/images/adab2e0a-6e93-4496-a29c-968936781961.jpg) **What an emergency kit should contain** A core element of the campaign is preparing an emergency kit with items and supplies for at least three days. According to Cătălina Ceban, this does not require purchasing expensive equipment; rather, it involves organizing items people already have at home and supplementing them with essential necessities. The list includes non-perishable food items and enough drinking water for three days. A flashlight, a power bank for mobile phones, medications, personal documents, and cash are also recommended. It is important that personal documents easily accessible; it is also advised to carry copies of your identity card. The backpack's contents should be tailored to individual needs—especially for those who require medical devices or medication to manage chronic health conditions. Cătălina Ceban said that the purpose of these recommendations is to help citizens respond more effectively to unforeseen situations, without panicking or spreading unverified information. *"This is certainly not about a planned suspension of essential services for the public. Through this '72-hour' initiative, our goal is to provide citizens with greater peace of mind, not to cause them any inconvenience,"* stated the representative of the National Crisis Management Center. ![](https://storage.moldova1.md/images/261df30d-94b8-409b-9233-fcc505d3ba2d.jpg) **A practical guide for various emergencies** A guide for the general public will be officially launched on November 19 and will be available for public consultation. Initially, the document will be available in Romanian, with plans to translate it into other languages, including Russian and Gagauz. The authorities also aim to ensure the information is accessible to individuals with hearing impairments. The document will include recommendations for a range of emergency situations—from power outages and water quality issues to unauthorized airspace incursions, seismic risks, and sanitation concerns. *"This guide is a flexible document, designed to adapt to crisis situations that may arise or have already occurred,"* explained the program's guest. To develop the document, the National Crisis Management Center held public consultations, which involved over 500 participants. **Community resilience platform** Cătălina Ceban notes that building a culture of preparedness requires time, ongoing information, and the involvement of society as a whole. For this reason, the *Moldova Pregătită* program was designed as a three-year initiative; it goes beyond simply informing citizens and also aims to strengthen the capacities of state institutions. Additionally, a community resilience platform is set to be established on November 19, bringing together representatives from the media, local public authorities, civil society, and the business sector. It aims to encourage cooperation and community involvement in building capacity to prevent and manage emergencies. At the institutional level, efforts are coordinated through the National Crisis Management Platform, which involves over 70 institutions and more than 300 individuals. This initiative is part of a broader European effort to strengthen public preparedness. A representative from the National Crisis Management Center said that a society’s resilience cannot be built solely through the intervention of state institutions; rather, it requires collective effort, responsibility, and timely information. [Video: https://trm.blob.core.windows.net/photos/f064e83b-5a33-48f7-ba96-bc3ea1fbffdd.jpg](https://original.trm.md/video/definst/MP4:2026/11/9/moldovapregatita.mp4/playlist.m3u8)