Joel's parents in Lindon, Utah, were reminded last month that the unexpected does happen. Their area was put on alert to boil tap water for a few days. In some homes the water looked like it had just been bucketed out of a dirty ditch. The city repaired the spring runoff problem quickly but they could not use the public water supply for about two days.
For those in the afffected area that were prepared, this event was just a mild inconvenience and a chance to practice using preparedness supplies. Those who were boiling water or running to the grocery store for bottled water were unprepared. Consider the scenario if it had been on a larger scale. Stores still open would be emptied of bottled water and food in a few hours. Power and gas services would likely be out and you would not be able to boil water on the stove. With this experience as a reminder let me encourage you to review your plans for--
Emergency Water Storage!
The most recent message from the First Presidency says, "Store drinking water for circumstances in which the water supply may be polluted or disrupted." Start with a three day supply for your family and work up to 14 days. The minimum recommendation is to store one gallon per person per day. This is just enough water to survive but not enough for things like washing dishes, sanitation, showering, laundry, pets, etc., so the more you are able to store, the better. If you are pregnant/nursing, sick or in harsh conditions, then the need is also increased.
MINIMUM Three to Fourteen Day Emergency Water Supply:
One Person---------3 Gallons--------14 Gallons
Two People---------6 Gallons--------28 Gallons
Three People-------9 Gallons--------42 Gallons
Four People--------12 Gallons-------56 Gallons
Five People--------15 Gallons--------70 Gallons
Six People---------18 Gallons--------84 Gallons
Seven People------21 Gallons--------98 Gallons
Eight People-------24 Gallons-------112 Gallons
If you need more information about how to properly store water, please let me know and I will get you the information. Also, I am always happy to help you individually with your preparedness planning, so feel free to get in touch with me at any time.
Coming Soon: Smoothie recipes using your powdered milk! YUM!
2 comments:
thanks for ALL this great info!
Water storage is IMPORTANT in the metroplex in these hellishly hot days. Not only is electric lines frequently breaking, but so are the water mains. Just listen to the radio KCBI every morning. I will fill (box full) of my empty Powerade bottles this evening. Thanks for the reminder. -- Holley Rock
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