72 Hours of WATER

Your 72-hour kit :  WATER and How Much


=  3 gallons per person (minimum). 
Consider storing more for personal hygiene.


After all of our research we recommend storing 1st, as much water as you can and 2nd, at least 1 gallon per person, per day which brings us to our minimum total of 3 gallons per person, for a 72 hour (or 3 day) supply.  

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) also advises you store 1 gallon (at least 1/2 gallon for drinking) per person, per day.

American Red Cross  advises you store 2 quarts (1/2 gallon) per person, per day.

Never ration water.  Drink the amount you need today and try to find more for tomorrow.

Remember to plan for pets and consider:
Children, the elderly, the ill, and nursing mothers need more water.  


You will also need more water as your activity level and the temperature rises.  In Arizona's dry, hot climate it is recommended you store 3 gallons per person, per day for example.