Water is essential to survival.  We use water for drinking, personal hygiene and food preparation.

In a disaster (such as a major earthquake or flood event) the Region’s water supply network will be disrupted.  This means there may not be any water flowing from the water treatment plants to the reservoirs in the cities.

Councils will have to shut off reservoirs to preserve the water that is already there.  As a result, the water supply to our houses and work places will be cut off.

We cannot live without water.  Store water  now, as you will need it immediately after a disaster.   Your emergency survival plan must include water storage and purification.  Aim to have enough water supplies to cover drinking, cooking, cleaning and personal hygiene needs for at least three days.

The information on emergency water will help you to plan for your needs for clean, safe drinking water should you ever experience an emergency.

Bracing your hot water cylinder and header tank will guard against damage and may also ensure you have a significant store of clean, usable water.