First, will it happen, and if so, how bad will it be?

I consider myself pretty well prepared for the worst case scenario regarding anything. But I have to admit, this looming strike has me puzzled. If I live in a flyover state, how will this affect me? If I am on the East Coast what then?

What types of products might we see shortages of?

What might the ripple effects be that we should be prepared for?

Is there anything on the boats that won't be offloaded that I make use of and would need?

What's the risk of stocking up on stuff you'll use over time? Expiration dates?

These are just some of the questions we still have time to discuss and answer, and provide guidance for one another to both use and share with others.