Preparing Water for Earthquakes: A Clear Guide to How Much You Need and How to Choose It
Preparing water is essential for earthquake preparedness.
In the event of a disaster such as an earthquake, one of the most important preparations is water.
Even when electricity and gas are cut off, water is indispensable for daily life.
- Drinking water
- Cooking
- Hygiene management
👉 Water is needed in all situations.
Therefore, it is important to prepare in a sustainable way on a daily basis.
Estimated amount of water needed during a disaster
Generally, the following is the estimated amount of water needed during a disaster:
👉 Approximately 3 liters per person per day
Based on this, it would be:
- 3 days → Approximately 9 liters
- 1 week → Approximately 21 liters
👉 Considering your family, a surprisingly large amount will be needed.
Why water storage is important
In the event of a disaster, water service may not be restored immediately.
Even if water supply stations are set up,
- You may have to wait in line for a long time.
- You may not be able to secure the necessary amount.
👉 Such situations are also possible.
Therefore, having provisions at home leads to peace of mind.
Tips for choosing stored water
When storing water, there are several key points to consider.
Easy to store
It is important for stored water to be in a size and shape that is easy to store.
- Can be stored compactly
- Easy to carry
👉 Please also consider these points.
Usable in daily life
While it's possible to prepare water specifically for emergencies,
👉 it's also recommended to store water that you use regularly.
By stocking up on water you drink daily,
- Easy to manage
- Helps prevent expiration
👉 These are some of the benefits.
Easy to drink
Disasters are often stressful situations.
In such times,
- Water that is difficult to drink
- Water with a strong taste
can become an added burden.
👉 Water that is easy to drink is surprisingly an important point.
The concept of preparing while using daily
Recently,
👉 "rolling stock"
is becoming a popular concept.
This is a system that
- uses water daily
- replenishes what's used
to always maintain a certain amount of water.
This method allows you to continue preparing without excessive burden.
Easy-to-drink water is useful both daily and in emergencies.
"Continuity" is important for water, both for daily drinking and for storage.
If the water is easy to drink,
- It is easy to use daily.
- It can be drunk without hesitation even in a disaster.
👉 It is useful in both situations.
One of the reasons Japanese water is perceived as easy to drink is its high soft water content.
Soft water is an easily adoptable choice for stockpiling.
Soft water is characterized by
- a smooth taste
- and a gentle feel when drinking,
making it easy to drink daily.
By stockpiling water that you are used to drinking daily,
👉 you can use it with peace of mind even in emergencies.
▶ What's the difference between soft and hard water?
Revisiting water preparedness for a new life
April, with its new beginnings, is also a good time to reassess your life.
- Moving
- Living alone
- New environments
In the midst of such changes, having preparations in place brings peace of mind.
For tips on choosing water for a new life, please refer to this article as well.
▶ What kind of water should you choose for a new life?
Summary
Preparing water is essential for earthquake preparedness.
Among these, the important points are:
- Knowing the necessary amount
- Preparing sustainably
- Choosing a method that can be continued
👉 These three points.
By preparing while using daily, you can achieve sustainable and reassuring preparedness.
Why not start by re-evaluating your water preparations from what you can do?
