During a disaster, you will need to have an abundance of water. You cannot rely on your local grocery stores or your municipality for water during a disaster. Water is usually the first item that is sold out during a disaster as most people only have a basic 48-72 hour supply of … [Read more...] about Water Storage and Procurement
Water Purification
Boiling Times For Safe Drinking Water
Water temperatures at 160° F (70° C) kills all pathogens within 30 minutes and above temperatures 185° F (85° C) kills all pathogens within a few minutes. So the instant water reaches a rolling boil, it has already become safe to drink Remember: Boiled water will not remove … [Read more...] about Boiling Times For Safe Drinking Water
How to Tap Water From a Tree
Finding drinkable water is always your first priority, so knowing how to find water in all situations is a must. Here is a great video that shows you how to tap water from a tree. Keep in mind that the water you get from tapping a tree is only good for about 24 hours because of … [Read more...] about How to Tap Water From a Tree
How To Use Transpiration Bags To Gather Water In A Survival Situation
Water Collection Using Transpiration Bags Transpiration is the process in which plant life collects distributes and finally evaporates/dispels moisture from certain parts of the plant in particular the leaves. The surface of a leaf has what is called stomata, which are … [Read more...] about How To Use Transpiration Bags To Gather Water In A Survival Situation