emergency drinking water

100 Gallons Of Emergency Water Storage In 15 Minutes

June 4, 2018 By ParkerMama

Water is a first priority in the preparedness world, and for good reason. In as little as three days without water, humans die. Because of this, we talk a lot about water on this blog. Today we are going to talk about how to attain 100 gallons of emergency water storage in as little as 15 minutes. How Much Emergency Water Storage Do You Need? Generally about 8 bottles … [Read more...] about 100 Gallons Of Emergency Water Storage In 15 Minutes

How To Survive A Boil Notice

March 27, 2018 By ParkerMama

A boil notice is issued when a municipal water provider detects dangerous pathogens and microorganisms in the water that can make us sick. Other reasons for a boil notice include lead in the water, water main breaks, power outages and flooding. Your need to be able to survive a boil notice often comes in the aftermath of hurricanes, like in Puerto Rico. How To Survive … [Read more...] about How To Survive A Boil Notice

Emergency Drinking Water Storage

January 8, 2013 By ParkerMama

Emergency drinking water storage. It's one of the most important first steps to take in being prepared. If there is a topic I get the most questions about, water storage would rank in the top 10. Let me see if I can answer some of the frequently asked questions and set you on the path for two weeks worth of stored water for you and your family. How Much … [Read more...] about Emergency Drinking Water Storage

Preparedness makes more sense now than ever.

As we move through 2026, it’s clear that the world is shifting in ways many of us can feel — even if we can’t always predict what’s next. In recent years we’ve seen global supply chain disruptions, international conflicts affecting energy and food markets, extreme weather events across multiple continents, cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, economic uncertainty, inflation, and rising costs for everyday essentials.

From global pandemics to geopolitical tensions and natural disasters happening around the world, the message is the same: stability isn’t guaranteed.

Whether or not you believe we’re headed toward a major global reset, there are plenty of everyday realities that make preparedness practical — not extreme. Job loss. Health emergencies. Severe storms. Power outages. Supply shortages. Economic downturns.

Preparedness isn’t about panic.

It’s about positioning your family to respond calmly when life throws the unexpected your way.

We’ve found that the more intentional emergency planning my family does, the less I worry about the big “what ifs.” When you have food storage in place, backup plans for power and water, and practical skills to lean on, uncertainty feels manageable.

That peace of mind is powerful.

Here at Simply Preparing, we share the survival tips, preparedness strategies, and practical systems we’ve learned along the way — from pantry building and food storage to emergency planning and self-reliance skills. Our goal is not to create fear, but to create confidence.

And we hope you’ll join the conversation.

Preparedness is not a solo journey. We all bring different experiences, lessons, and perspectives to the table. Share what you’ve learned. Ask questions. Leave comments. We grow stronger and smarter together.

Now, let’s get started prepping.

Pick a post and begin reading. At the end of every article, the blog will randomly suggest three additional preparedness posts to explore. Set aside just 10 minutes a day to build your knowledge base. Small, consistent steps add up faster than you think.

Because when it comes to preparedness, we’re never truly “done” learning — and we’re never wrong for being ready.

Let’s prepare wisely.