What Emergency Water Supplies Should Go in Your Go Bag?
Emergency Go Bag Water Considerations When disaster strikes and you have to leave home quickly, your go bag becomes your lifeline. It should include food, first aid, and clothing—but don’t overlook one of the most critical components: water. For most families, water preparedness starts at home with long-term storage. But evacuation requires a different mindset. […]
Emergency Water Tips for Families with Special Needs Children
Water Planning For Families With Special Needs Planning emergency water for a child with special needs brings unique challenges—and opportunities for deeper preparation. These emergency water tips for special needs children will help ensure your household is safe, equipped, and resilient no matter what disaster strikes. When you’re preparing for a disaster, the most critical […]
Water Planning for Large Families: What You Need to Know
Big Family Water Planning For A Disaster When disaster strikes, having a large family can make water preparedness feel overwhelming. Every extra person multiplies the need—not just for drinking, but also for cooking, cleaning, and staying healthy. The good news? With a few smart strategies and a realistic plan, you can meet your family’s needs […]
How to Prepare for Water Shortages During Natural Disasters
Prepare For Water Shortages During Disasters Natural disasters don’t just knock out power lines—they cripple critical infrastructure, including water systems. And when water stops flowing, daily life quickly spirals into survival mode. Whether you’re facing a hurricane, wildfire, blizzard, or earthquake, the risk of water shortages is immediate and severe. Before diving in, get familiar […]
The Hidden Dangers of Contaminated Water After a Storm
Contaminated Water After A Disaster When a major storm hits—whether it’s a hurricane, flood, or intense thunderstorm—the damage is easy to see: downed trees, crushed rooftops, and flooded roads. But one of the most dangerous threats is often invisible: contaminated water. If you haven’t reviewed the basics yet, start with our Emergency Preparedness Water Guide. […]
Why a 7–14 Day Water Supply Is Essential
Water Supply Plans In An Emergency When it comes to preparing for emergencies, many people still cling to the outdated “three-day supply” rule. But recent disasters have shown us that three days of water often isn’t enough — not even close. If you want to be truly prepared, you need to think longer term. If […]
Emergency Water Needs for Pets
Water Preparedness For Families With Pets In a disaster, your pets rely on you completely. They can’t ask for water, and they certainly can’t find clean sources on their own. Yet water for pets is one of the most overlooked areas of emergency planning. Many families stock up on food and medical supplies but forget […]
Emergency Water Needs for Children and Infants
Water Preparedness For Children and Infants When planning for emergencies, it’s easy to default to a “one-size-fits-all” mindset for water. But for families with young children and infants, water planning must be far more intentional. Babies and toddlers are especially vulnerable to dehydration, waterborne illness, and hygiene-related issues. If you haven’t already, visit our Emergency […]
Water Purification Methods You Can Use at Home
DIY Water Purification Methods In a crisis, clean water can be hard to come by. Even if you’ve stored enough, there’s always the chance you’ll need to purify water from an unknown or compromised source. Whether you’re preparing for a power outage, wildfire, flood, or any other emergency, knowing how to make water safe to […]
How to Store Emergency Water the Right Way
Water Emergency Storage In any emergency preparedness plan, water is non-negotiable. Yet far too often, families invest in food storage and first aid kits while overlooking the critical question: how will we ensure our water for emergency storage is clean, accessible, and ready when we need it most? If you haven’t already, be sure to […]
