We can only survive for a few days without water. Dehydration can cause serious damage to our body and lead to death within 3-4 days. Water is the most important and necessary item to have in an emergency.
You will need to store drinking water in addition to water for hygiene and cooking.
Water does not ever “go bad” but it can become contaminated. You should know different methods of purifying water as well as finding alternative water sources in and around your home.
Short-Term and Long-Term Water Storage
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WATER SUPPLY
By now you should have a three-month supply of food and extra supplies at your fingertips. Now it is time to move to our second step, and that is storing water. STEP TWO – WATER STORAGE We can only survive for a few days without water. Dehydration can cause serious damage to our body and lead…
LONG-TERM WATER AND FILTRATION PREPARING FOR EMERGENCIES
WATER STORAGE AND FILTRATION We already know we need to have a short-term water supply for our family. That is one gallon of water per person per day for two weeks. But is that really enough? Step Four – Long-Term Water Storage. Water is essential and probably the most crucial aspect of surviving a disaster. Not…
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Water Filtration and Purification
DIY Berkey and Water Filtration
Before you get started, you may want to familiarize yourself with the Berkey systems, so you understand what you are trying to make. You will also want to know how to use your filters and prime them. This is a great video to help you familiarize yourself with a Berkey You will also need to…