Water is essential to human survival. Whether it’s for consuming, bathing, or cooking, water is impossible to avoid. That’s why you should always be prepared with fresh water in the event of a water crisis. The possibilities range from contamination and shortages, to natural disasters, so plan ahead with an emergency water plan utilizing bottled water delivery in Atlanta.
Avoid Contamination
In the event of water contamination, local officials will issue a boil-water advisory. Meaning, at any time you’re using tap water, you’ll first bring it to a boil, let it boil for one full minute, and cool before using it.
If your freezer makes ice from public water, be sure to discard all pre-made ice and turn the icemaker off. Use bottled or boiled water and an ice tray to make sanitary ice.
Contrary to popular belief, filters are not designed to kill micro-organisms in polluted water. If you use a home water filter, you still need to boil the water first.
Once the advisory is lifted, run all your faucets for a few minutes to flush out any contaminated water left in pipes.
Conserve What You Can
Not only will conserving water help during droughts or shortages, but it will also save you money on monthly water bills. Taking shorter showers, turning off the faucet while you’re brushing your teeth, and watering your lawn in the morning or late evening are just a few ways to conserve during shortages.
Avoid Reservoirs
When water is suspected to be contaminated, it’s important to stay away from pools, lakes, and other water basins that could be contaminated. During a boil water advisory, schools, businesses, and other institutions should close all public water fountains.
Keep it Bottled Up
If you don’t have time to boil water for everyday use, consider getting started with a bottled water delivery service. If stored properly in a dark, cool space, bottled water can last for years before needing to be discarded.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, you should store one gallon of water per person per day. More may be necessary for children, pregnant women, and pets. No one knows when disaster will hit, nor when water will be back up and running again when does. Therefore, keep a minimum three-day supply.
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