From FEMA.org...
Has the water run dry in your emergency supply kit? If so, it’s time to fill ‘er
up! One of the most essential components of a disaster-ready kit is
water. A well maintained kit prepares you before disaster strikes.
After an emergency, clean drinking water
may not be available if your usual water source is cut off or
contaminated. When replenishing your supply remember that individual
needs may vary depending on health, age, diet and climate. As a general rule,
store one gallon of water per person per day to last for at least three days.
There are several options for building
your water supply. The safest and most reliable choice is to buy commercially
bottled water and open it only when you need to use it. Store
the containers in a cool, dark place and note the expiration
date.
If you choose to prepare your own
containers of water, purchase food grade water storage containers from a
surplus or camping supply store or two-liter plastic soda bottles – not bottles
that contained milk or fruit juice. Keep in mind these containers must
first be properly
cleaned!
To learn more about maintaining your kit,
click
here. Information about water treatment is also available at RedCross.org.
