When news of a potential crisis hits—whether it’s a major storm, a pandemic, or civil unrest—human behavior becomes predictable. People rush to stores to stock up on essential goods, and in a matter of hours, shelves that were once fully stocked become barren. Experience from past emergencies has shown us exactly which items are the first to go. Understanding this pattern is key to preparing your household ahead of time, ensuring you already have what you need before the panic buying begins.
