I agree 100%... but suppose there are relatives, friends or neighbors who are too stupid to stock up beforehand (Sheep) and may be in dire need, or a week later after the event and prepared people may want to resupply, top off, etc. In a situation like this, price gouging laws should be enforced, as it isn't right. That was my point. I should have clarified.
Winter is here; I have firewood, propane, kerosene (multiple sources of heat) and gas for the generator. Plenty of food too.
Ice storms, Nor'easter's, etc., don't bother me, I'm going to have heat, electricity, hot water and a TV. And enough .22's to deal with a Zombie squirrel apocalypse!
With the advent of instantaneous news about things, there is simply no need to not be prepared and those who do should not be enabled with pricing below market value. If I live in the NE and I fail to ensure I have heating oil or whatever my house uses and there is a storm coming, that's on ME for failing to plan, and if that storm causes prices to spike from increased demand, weather-related shortages and inability to deliver, why I should I be rewarded with pricing from when things were normal?
Remember, Mother Nature is a cruel teacher - she gives you the test first and the lesson afterwards.