• Many authorities recommend storing four liters of water per person, per day. Ideally, your supply should last for at least three days if you have the space for it.

• Ceramic, metal, and plastic containers are the best types to use. Check out these recommendations for more considerations for your water container.

• Make sure your storage jugs are tightly sealed and labeled with the date you filled them. Tap water should be cycled through every six months. Sealed water may last longer, but that depends on the container. For example, plastic can leach chemicals into the water over long periods of time.

• Keep the water out of sunlight to avoid water going bad sooner because the sunlight causes bacteria growth.

• Another option is to collect water through a rain barrel, stream, or cistern. If doing so, water should be treated before drinking. The most effective treatment is boiling it. Alternatives are to use a water filter, cleansing tablets (limited usage), or bleach (with caution). Check out this site to learn more.

https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/creating-storing-emergency-water-supply.html

https://foodrevolution.org/blog/home-water-treatment-systems/

https://www.midwestmtn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/MWM-specs-camping-water-filtration-07-21.pdf

https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/atg/PDF_s/Preparedness___Disaster_Recovery/Disaster_Preparedness/Food_Safety/Food_and_Water-English.revised_7-09.pdf