Home Water Storage & Rotation

Objective

Store enough safe water for people, cooking, and sanitation with simple rotation so it’s fresh when needed.

How Much

• Minimum 4 L/person/day (drinking + minimal cooking).
• Better: 8–12 L/person/day if space allows.

Containers

• Food‑grade jugs or drums (19–200 L); avoid old chemical containers.
• Keep out of sunlight; label “DRINKING” vs “UTILITY.”

Treatment

• Use clean municipal water as‑is; if uncertain, add unscented bleach (per guidance) and seal.

Rotation

• Date containers; rotate every 6–12 months.

Real Example

Family kept 120 L across six 20 L cubes; rotated two per quarter onto normal use to keep stock fresh.

Checklist

• Containers + spigots
• Hand pump for drums
• Bleach, labels

Contingencies

• Small space → under‑bed 10–15 L tanks.

After-Action

Record weekly water use to refine your emergency target.

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