Canned meat like SPAM is a favorite of preppers because it can last for years, making it a staple for shoppers stocking up in cases of events like natural disasters — or the coronavirus pandemic.

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Like animals preparing for winter there is a community of people that actually think hard about being ready for whatever life throws at them. These are "preppers" – a term that is often unfairly used ...