...goes, this expert says you should stash $1-2k in case there's a National Emergency

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Here’s How Much Cash You Need Stashed if a National Emergency Happens
..we're now at a time when having an emergency fund is more vital than ever. The coronavirus pandemic was a prime example of how something unexpected can have devastating effects on the economy at large and on an individual level, too. ...Why You Need a National Emergency Fund is having a reserve of emergency cash at your disposal at all times. When you can't rely on accessing your funds electronically, you'll need some legal tender to buy food, gas or other necessities. I recommend my clients have three to five days' worth of spending money, just in case."
...The rule of thumb I advise my clients is to keep $1,000 to $2,000 in cash in case banking operations are shut down due to a national emergency or catastrophe," said Gregory Brinkman, president of Brinkman Financial in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
I'm comfortable enough at this time that I'm only taking 1 grand out...after reading the article above earlier (JUST IN CASE)...

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I haven't withdraw money from an ATM machine in a long time so I wasn't sure what the maximum amount is so I did it twice...I was also in a hurry to an appointment so ...
All good though, one thou is still one thou regardless...

So here's my pure cash is king emergency fund just in case the banking system goes down and I can't access my bank account. Plus, I like to follow this: It's better to have it and not need it than needing it and don't have it.:
