A Realistic Two-Week Water Plan

Store at least one gallon per person per day for drinking and basic sanitation, adjusting upward for heat, illness, pets, and physical work. A two-week goal can be built gradually.

Use layers

Combine sealed commercial water, durable household containers, and a treatment method suitable for likely local sources. Label containers and rotate according to manufacturer guidance.

Know the limits

Clear-looking water can still carry pathogens or chemicals. Filters have specific capabilities; treatment cannot make every contaminated source safe. Follow public-health instructions during an incident.