Water guides
Plain-English answers about storing water at home, based on guidance from the CDC and Ready.gov. Start with the calculator to get your number.
- Water storage for apartments and small spaces
How much you need, where it fits and how heavy it gets.
- Emergency water containers compared
Bottles, jugs, bricks and drums: weight, space and how long they last.
- How much water do pets need in an emergency?
Dogs and cats by weight, with a pet water calculator.
- How long does stored water last?
When to replace it, plus printable labels for your containers.
- How much emergency water do you need in a heat wave?
Why hot weather doubles your water, and the warning signs to watch for.
- Where to find hidden water in your home
Your water heater, pipes and ice cubes, and how to get the water out.
- Can you store emergency water in a garage or car?
Where water keeps best, and how to keep a small supply in your car.