Store at least a two-week supply of water for each member of your family.
Store at least 1 gallon of drinking water per person per day. A normally active person needs to drink at least 2 quarts of water each day. Heat can double that amount. Children, nursing mothers and ill people will need more. You will need additional water for food and hygiene.
Never ration water. Drink the amount you need today, and try to find more for tomorrow. You can minimize the amount of water your body needs by reducing activity and staying cool.
Store water in thoroughly washed plastic, glass, fiberglass or enamel-lined metal containers. Plastic containers such as soda bottles are best.
Seal your water containers tightly, label them and store them in a cool, dark place.
