by Joe Jarvis
Sovereign Man
Here in Puerto Rico people instinctively understand why they need to prepare for disaster.
Why have a backup generator or off-grid solar system? Because the power was out for months after Hurricane Maria in 2017. The electricity isn’t especially reliable in the best of times.
Why keep extra cash on hand? Because when the power is out (which happens all the time), stores can’t always accept credit cards. The ATMs that work run out of cash pretty quick.
Why have extra food on hand? Same reasons, especially on an island, especially when the entire world is facing supply chain issues.
But Puerto Rico is not the only place vulnerable to power outages, supply chain disruptions, and natural or man-made disasters.