Good article. I think fear paralysis because people are on their own is one of the causes. BTTT.
Our own government has been telling us for the last 3 weeks that we may be on our own. They've been saying to prepare by at least having 2 weeks worth of food and water, meds, and a plan of what to do if loved ones get sick. We're on a sinking ship and the crew is telling us to put on our lifejackets.