Water storage is really important because during the survival period, you may not get enough water. You should have your own storage for water, and the tools to clean dirty water. Your requirement is almost a gallon in a day for one person and pet. Try to store enough water according to the number of personnel, the atmosphere of the district and expectant women. You should have a water supply for minimum three days and the maximum supply should be for one month. The stored water can last for almost six months, so be careful about the expiry dates. You can store clean water in the water bottles. There is no need to keep caffeinated drinks with you because these can increase the need of water.
- The commercial bottled water is safe to use and you can easily store it for an emergency. Food-grade water containers are available; you can buy them to store water. Buy container and sanitize them to store clean water.
- Water container should be washed with the help of soap or liquid used to clean plates, cups and spoons. Pour 1 teaspoon of the chlorine peroxide in one part of water.
- Place a lid on the container and vibrate the solution to let the every corner of the storage container clean. It is imperative to leave the liquid in the container for almost 30 seconds before removing it.
- Carefully select the water container with a tight seal, unbreakable material and the container that can bear bleaches to clean water. You can use plastic and cardboard jugs and containers for juices and milk.
- Carefully label the drinking water with the storage date because the water should be replaced after six months. The stored water should be placed at a constant cool temperature away from the direct sunlight and toxic substances.