Understanding the Basics of Emergency Water Purification What is there to worry about when it comes to potentially contaminated water? There are basically 7 areas of concern when it comes to purifying water. They are:

Protozoa, Cryptosporidium & Giardia Bacteria Viruses Parasites Particulate Chemicals Taste/Odor When it comes to purifying water because of these risks you basically have three options.

Boiling: By boiling water you bring the temperature of the water to a high enough degree that it kills living bacteria and viruses. This makes your water bacteriologically safe to drink. One of the challenges with boiling water for water purification is the need for a heating source. .

This Bio Water Straw with Advanced filter is a technological break through in water filtration for people on the go and best for emergency anywhere,anytime! Compact, easy to use and truly versatile in its attractive carrying case, the Bio Water Straw is like a miniature bottled waterplant.

It's ideal for traveling; in your purse, pocket, backpack,luggage, and car or for emergency preparedness. Every family should have several placed throughout the house; in backpacks, in your car trunk or glove compartment!

The Bio Water Straw is a sure way of safeguarding the water you drink anywhere you go and best of all its 50-gallon capacity is equal to about 378 half liters of bottled water, providing great-tasting clean water at a fraction of the cost. Never leave home without it!

Key Features:

•Up to 50-gallon filter life. •Removes up to 99.99% of contaminants found in drinking water including Guardia, Cryptosporidium, and E-Coli Bacteria. •Proven effective against bacteria and virus to six logs reduction (99.9999%). •Attractive carrying case. •Ideal for everyday use and disaster preparedness. •Ultra light and compact. •Tested by Independent laboratories using EPA /ANSI protocols and NSF Standards 42 and 53. •Costs less than bottled water.

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Facts about water

Why Use Water Water is the future. UseWater portable filtered water systems are the bridge Most Americans have safe tap water and drink tap water fresh from the kitchen faucet. Others choose to buy more expensive bottled water. But bottling and transporting water can carry environmental costs and use energy and resources, and bottles contribute to littering if not properly disposed of.

UseWater portable filtered water systems are a viable alternative to single use plastic water bottles. Below are some interesting facts and suggestions on how to make sure that you and your family are drinking safe, pure water.

Drinking Water Facts And Figures

• Water is the only substance found on earth in three forms solid, liquid, and gas. • A person can live more than a month without food, but only about a week, depending on conditions, without water. • 66% of the human body is water; 75% of the human brain is water. • 75% of a chicken, 80% of a pineapple, and 95% of a tomato is water. • A person must consume 2.5 quarts of water per day from all sources (drinking, eating) to maintain health. • Water regulates the earth’s temperature. It also regulates the temperature of the human body, carries nutrients and oxygen to cells, cushions joints, protects organs and tissues, and removes wastes. • It is possible for people today to drink water that was part of the dinosaur era.

Usage

• Industries as well as people need water. It takes, on average, 39,090 gallons of water to manufacture a new car and its four tires. • 62,600 gallons of water are needed to produce one ton of steel; 1,500 gallons to process one barrel of beer; and 9.3 gallons to process one can of fruit or vegetables.

• On average, 50-70% of household water is used outdoors (watering lawns, washing cars).

• The average American uses over 100 gallons of water per day; the average residence uses over 100,000 gallons during a year. • Americans drink more than 1 billion glasses of tap water per day.

Infrastructure

• The average cost for water supplied to a home in the U.S. is about $2.00 for 1,000 gallons, which equals about 5 gallons for a penny. • It costs over $3.5 billion to operate water systems throughout the United States each year.

What You Can Do To Keep Your Drinking Water Safe

Be Aware of Your Water Source and Supplier

• Where does your water come from? • Who is your water supplier? • Has your water been tested recently? • Is it tested regularly? • How is it treated and protected from contamination? • Have water shortages occurred in your community? • Conserve water in the home or on the Farm • Improve water use and management practices. • Repair leaking faucets and toilets. • Understand crop needs for water and irrigate appropriately. • Water your lawn wisely. • Take short showers. • Turn off the water while brushing your teeth. • Turn off the hose while washing your car.

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Grab ‘n Go Bags Have a Grab ‘n Go Bag for each person in the house. Keep it by your bed. If you need to evacuate, grab your bag and go. Adult Bag �� Flashlight �� Portable radio and batteries �� Keys (house and car) �� Money (coins and bills) �� Glasses, contacts lenses and solutions �� Medications (at least one-week supply) �� Comfortable shoes, two pairs of socks �� Comfortable clothing (sweats, extra underwear) �� Jacket or sweatshirt �� Whistle (call for help if trapped) �� Pocket knife �� Paper and pencil �� “Okay” and “Help” signs (provided by CERT) �� Emergency phone list, out-of-state contact # �� Lists of people to notify if you are injured �� Copies of important documents: insurance, identification, social security, etc. �� Small first aid kit �� Toilet articles: comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, washcloth, face towel, shampoo, lotion, razor, lip balm, emery board, nail clipper, sanitary products, tissue, sunscreen, etc. �� Toilet paper �� Zip-lock bags, plastic grocery bags �� Good book, playing cards, crossword puzzles �� Work gloves, several pairs of latex gloves �� Blanket �� Plastic ground cloth �� Dust mask �� Crow bar (may need to remove debris) �� Drinking water – store in a separate place (minimum one gallon per person) �� Food �� Snacks (granola bars, trail mix, peanut butter)