This is a recurring bit of hysteria. Last tie the subjext came up was 11 yrs ago and 11 yrs before that, etc.
Sunspots made me misspell my words. We need a law banning Solar storms and all will be right with the world.
I agree that the hysterical doomsday stuff is annoying but why not be prepared? I have a family to think about.
Three propane tanks for the grill, extra fuel, water, plenty of ammo, and enough stored food to last 45-60 days seems pretty reasonable to me.
I consider it another form of insurance.