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Water Storage Tips

• FEMA recommends a minimum of 1 gallon per person per day — but 2 gallons per person is more realistic for drinking, food prep, and basic hygiene in a real emergency.
• Rotate your water every 6–12 months if stored in food-grade containers. Commercial bottled water lasts 2 years sealed.
• Treating tap water for storage: Add 8 drops of plain unscented liquid bleach per gallon. Double for cloudy water. Label the date.
• 55-gallon blue poly barrels are the best value for home storage. IBC totes are cheapest per gallon but require space.
• Store in a cool, dark place. Heat and light degrade plastics and promote algae growth.