It does not matter whether it is an earthquake, fire, pandemic flu or some type of human-caused disaster. Everyone should store at least enough food and water to survive for a week.
Note: If you are concerned about Pandemic Flu, please see:
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Critical Items
- Water: 25 x 1 liter bottled water containers, or prepare your own using clean plastic containers. Water can be chemically disinfected for long-term storage by using 8 drops of liquid chlorine bleach per gallon. Use Clorox or Purex type unscented bleaches. One teaspoon of bleach disinfects 18 liters (5 gallons) of water. This will kill bacteria and viruses and prevent the growth of microorganisms during storage. Rotate on expiration date, or yearly for tap water.
- Food: Nonperishable items listed below
- Shelter: generally staying in your home is best.
Food Recommendations and maximum storage life[1]
- White Rice (8 years)[2]
- Dried Beans (8 years)
- Peanut butter (2 years)
- Dried milk (15 years)
- Bisquick
- Canned fruits or vegetables (> 50 years)
- Sugar (> 50 years)
- Dry pet food (if you have pets)
Warning: make sure that you store your food in a cool, dry location that is resistant to insects and rodents.
References
- Storage Life of Dry Foods
Walton Feed - Important note: white rice lasts ten times longer than brown rice.
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