Water Storage Preparedness Preparation: Where do I start preparing? How do I start preparing?

Water Storage:

First you have to find that starting point; what do you have on hand? Specifically in these areas: Tools, Food and Water Storage, First Aid and Medical Supplies, Personal Hygiene items, and the Junk Box. Today I will break down the Water Storage. Check back tomorrow for more personal security, self defense and preparedness tips.

You wouldn’t believe the amount of water that you use daily between drinking, showering, using the rest room etc. On average an American family of 4 uses approximately 400 gallons of water per day of which 70% is used indoors according to the EPA. There are many tips on how to reduce your water consumption but that is another article. I digress. That is why it is extremely important to inventory all the water you have on hand. From bottled water stored in various locations, any natural water you may be storing for example; rain fall collectors, to the water closet and even the water in your hot water heater. If you keep water containers for camping or hunting include those and any water purification tablets or systems you have. Clean drinking water can make an enormous difference between health and sickness.

Conclusion:
When it comes to taking this initial inventory take your time and be methodical. These initial inventories are your basic cornerstone for your prepping. The more prepared you are the easier it is when disaster strikes. Remember the best time to learn your lesson about personal security, self defense, and preparedness is before something happens.