 SURVIVAL TIPS How do I store water and food? WATER: § One gallon of water per person per day, for drinking and sanitation. § Children, nursing mothers, and sick people may need more water. § If you live in a warm weather climate more water may be necessary. § Store water tightly in clean plastic containers such as soft drink bottles. § Keep at least a three-day supply of water per person. FOOD: § Store at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food. § Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water. § Pack a manual can opener and eating utensils. o Choose foods your family will eat. o Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables o Protein or fruit bars o Dry cereal or granola o Peanut butter o Dried fruit o Nuts o Crackers o Canned juices o Non-perishable pasteurized milk o High energy foods o Vitamins o Food for infants | 
