Bottled water plays a vital role in the lead up to and recovery from disasters and other emergencies.This new video helps remind people to take a moment to re-assess their risks and update hurricane kits and emergency plans. Being prepared in advance of a threat means stocking up on emergency supplies such as non-perishable food, drinking water, batteries, etc., in sufficient quantities to last at least 72 hours. In fact FEMA advises that the safest, most reliable emergency drinking water is commercially purchased bottled water and recommends at least one gallon per person per day, for at least three days.
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Recent Press Releases
Prepare your emergency kits now; above average hurricane activity projected for 2022 season
Increased consumer demand for bottled water as a healthy alternative to other packaged drinks
Investing in recycling is a critical step in caring for our planet
Bottled water industry supports recycling legislation
Prepare now for the next winter storm so you’re not left in the dark and cold
Bottled Water Myths
MYTH: It takes 17 million barrels of oil a year to make bottled water bottles
MYTH: Bottled water costs 1,000 times more than tap water.
MYTH: FDA standards allow ‘contaminants’ in bottled water not allowed in tap water:
MYTH: The FDA has no authority over bottled water made and sold within a single state (i.e., not in interstate commerce).
MYTH: There is only one staffer at the FDA who oversees regulation of the entire bottled water industry.
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Prepare your emergency kits now; above average hurricane activity projected for 2022 season
Increased consumer demand for bottled water as a healthy alternative to other packaged drinks
Investing in recycling is a critical step in caring for our planet
Bottled water industry supports recycling legislation
Prepare now for the next winter storm so you’re not left in the dark and cold