Eight Quick Ways to Find Water In an Emergency Situation
- Melt your ice cubes.
.. - Drain your pipes.
. - Drain your hot water tank.
. - Drain your toilet cisterns (not the bowl, and disinfect them to be on the safe side).
. - The liquid in canned and frozen food can be a source of water.
. - Use buckets or empty bottles to collect water from nearby sources.
. - Place plastic bags over a collection of leaves on a bush or small tree; sunlight will cause the leaves to release moisture which will be trapped in the bag.
- If you have access to power, a dehumidifier can be used to collect water from the surrounding air.
.
A solar still takes a little longer to build but knowing how to make one may come in handy. How to Make a Solar Still
Note: Be sure to treat emergency water supplies appropriately before drinking.
