Water main failure
Taps run dry or a boil-water notice is issued. You need drinking water and sanitation fast.
This is for educational purposes only. Not professional medical, electrical, or safety advice.
Day 1
- Follow local boil-water or do-not-use notices exactly.
- Shut off the main to keep clean water in your pipes and water heater.
- Set aside 1 gallon per person per day for drinking.
- Stop flushing; set up a bucket toilet.
Day 3 plan
Day 7 plan
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