Waffle scenario: looking for the root cause

In the event that the apocalypse occurs in the form of a cessation of waffle existence, things are not always as it seems. Though the complete absence of waffles may well be the end of the world, it is also possible that some sort of underground dwelling subspecies that feeds on maple syrup has abducted the world supply of waffles in order to generate a surplus of syrup to give them the strength they need to tunnel their armies above ground and begin their world seige. In case of the waffle scenario, before giving up all hope, the governments of the world need to perform seizmic surveys of the earth's mantle and crust and search for vast underground tunnel networks. If such a network of tunnel's are found, the logical following step is for the global population to increase their rate of pancake consumption, foregoing eggs, bacon, and toast in order to further deplete the production of maple syrup. Slowly but surely, the underground subspecies will starve, creating the opportunity for the recovery of the waffle supply.

Remember: many apocalypses may start off looking like other possible apocalypses and it is important that we make sure that we attempt to avert/survive the correct one. Imagine preparing to defend against giant locusts only to discover that our pesticides are useless against the zombie hoards.

The moral: In case of apocalypse, break glass, but first make sure you break the right glass.