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Letter Re: Water Storage and Crash Course Advice
Jim,
First off let me say I continue to enjoy everything you post on SurvivalBlog.
I believe that, given, recent events, my extended family is coming around
and is wanting to finally start getting prepared (let us hope its not too
late).
Second, in reference to the WaterBOB that
someone cited recently: what preferred method of treatment do you recommend
in storing the water in the mentioned
device for long term?
Third, what 'crash course' advice can you offer for those who may be too little
too late in getting prepared for WTSHTF? Or for those recently converted who
want make it through the tough times ahead?
And lastly, I am sure myself and others will continue to look for your insight
and input in the days ahead, as events unfold and the Schumer really does
hit the fan.
Please expect a long and very overdue 10
Cent Challenge voluntary] soon. God Bless,
- Zach
JWR Replies: The WaterBOB is not designed for long term use.
But it is food grade, so if you find a used bathtub (perhaps through Craig's
List) and can
store it someplace dark (like
in a basement), then a WaterBOB in a bathtub should work fine. About 2 teaspoons
of plain (unscented) Clorox bleach would be about the right amount to add for
that amount of water.
Inspect
it
once every six months (visually, and a sniff test). The water should store
for several years.
I may be biased, but I recommend that you get a copy of my "Rawles
Gets You Ready" preparedness course. Coincidentally,
for the first time in nearly a year, it will
be offered at 1/3rd off, starting on Monday. The course is centered around
the concept of stocking up for a family, by making well-planned trips to a "Big
Box" store.
