America Prepares Military Bases For Catastrophe As Other Nations Warn Citizens To Prepare

America is preparing its military to survive a potential national catastrophe for 90 days, but a troubling question remains: Is anybody making sure ordinary Americans are equally prepared?

The Pentagon has launched a sweeping initiative called FORTRESS, which stands for Federal Operations for Resilience, Troop Resources, Energy, Supply, and Survivability. Announced September 30 by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the program aims to make American military installations less dependent on civilian infrastructure.

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According to an October 25 Fox News report, military bases are being prepared to operate independently for at least 90 days if war, cyberattacks or infrastructure failures disrupt electricity, fuel supplies and transportation networks. The plan includes nuclear microreactors, independent power systems and strategic reserves.

That sounds like serious business. And it is.

Meanwhile, governments across Europe are delivering increasingly explicit preparedness messages to their citizens.

Sweden distributed updated emergency preparedness literature in 2024 under the unmistakable title “In Case of Crisis or War.” The publication addresses military attacks, evacuations, communication failures and household survival.

On October 22, Britain launched “Be Ready,” a three-year campaign encouraging residents to stockpile enough essential supplies for 72 hours. The government’s recommendations include drinking water, food, emergency equipment and plans for service interruptions.

The European Union has also embraced a broader preparedness strategy, recommending that households become self-sufficient for at least three days.

So, what about America?

The United States has FEMA and Ready.gov, which provide emergency preparedness instructions. Americans are encouraged to maintain supplies, establish communication plans and prepare for disasters. However, there is no mention of war, attacks or the Pentagon’s military initiatives. This is where the conversation becomes uncomfortable.

If military planners are preparing for prolonged disruption, shouldn’t everyday citizens receive equally prominent guidance about the risks?

Consider families living paycheck to paycheck, elderly residents dependent on electricity-powered medical equipment and communities already struggling with unreliable infrastructure. Preparing for even three days without essential services can be a financial challenge.

To be clear, FORTRESS does not establish that war or nationwide collapse is imminent. Military preparedness is not evidence of a secret evacuation plan or an impending attack.

Nevertheless, Americans deserve transparent communication about potential threats and practical instructions for protecting their families.

Because national security should involve protecting the people, not merely keeping military installations operational.

And if the government is preparing for the worst, perhaps it is time to make sure the rest of us understand what that preparation means.

I want to know.