Follow these water storage tips to ensure your family’s survival
by: L.J. Devon
NaturalNews.com
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
It’s what most families do: pay the monthly water bill and expect water to flow freely from every faucet in the house, on demand. We even take for granted having the option of both cold and hot water within seconds, with the twist of a knob. What a paradise we live in! It wasn’t long ago when families had to retrieve water themselves, ration it and heat it over flame for a hot shower that lasted probably no longer than a minute. Today, water seems to flow like magic through a sophisticated grid of pipework that sustains the life of millions of people.
What would it take for this free flow to come to a trickling end? We depend on current infrastructure to never fail us. Various sizes of materials and pipes are laid below our feet. If these are damaged for a prolonged period due to earthquakes, storms or root erosion, do you have a backup plan to supply your home with water?
If you live in a place that doesn’t have natural access to water — ponds, lakes, streams or rivers — then you may consider storing water in case of an emergency. If municipal water is contaminated for a prolonged period, or if drought conditions sucked water supplies dry, do you have enough water to sustain you and your family, and for how long? Having adequate clean water might be one of the most important preparations anyone can make in a time when the grid is heading down an unsustainable path, overburdened and dependent on so many factors to stay running. Typically, a person cannot survive after three days if they are deprived of water. To ensure your family’s survival, think ahead now and follow these water storage tips.
Simple proactive strategies for water insurance during emergency
In an event where municipal water has been contaminated, first shut off the main water valve to your home. This isolates the water already in your pipes and in your water heater, which could amount to several life-saving gallons. If you are in an impending natural disaster, collecting and storing water in the bathtubs and sinks is a great proactive strategy. Additionally, it’s best to store extra drinking water in food-grade containers to assure a backup drinking supply. For a more long- term strategy, consider investing in rain barrels to collect rainwater from roofs and gutters.
Consider the realistic amount of water your family will need
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