@ub1ub2media: Shoppers crowded round a pallet of bottled water at a Costco, reportedly the Reading warehouse, grabbing case after case until it was cleared 💧 It comes after the government’s new “Be Ready” campaign, launched on 22 October, told every household to keep three days of bottled water at home, about 3 litres per person per day, along with food, a torch, batteries and a radio. Security Minister Dan Jarvis said it’s about being prepared if things like power, phones or water are cut off for a short time, for example in severe weather. There is no water shortage right now. Bottled water sales jumped 67% in the 10 days after the campaign launched, according to Worldpanel by Numerator, though it says most people were adding a few bottles to their weekly shop rather than piling trolleys high. Three days for a family of four is about 36 litres, so there’s no need to clear the shelves 😅 🎥 TikTok: @chrisgould90 #Reading #Costco #BeReady #UK UB1UB2

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Saturday 14 November 2026 17:48:37 GMT