Product Description
Our 55 gallon
Emergency Water Storage Barrel allows you to store quantities large enough for your site or home, the most economical method is water storage barrels. These blue barrels prevent light from entering, reducing the chance for algae and bacteria growth. A 55 gal. disaster water barrel will provide 3 days minimum of drinking water for approximately 48 persons. After the initial cost of the barrel , hand pump, bung wrench and water treatment, your only cost comes again in 5 years when you will need to dump the water, refill and retreat the water barrel with
Water Preserver for another five year shelf life.
How you store your water is critical for water safety. If you buy your water in plastic one gallon containers at the grocery store, you must realize that the plastic container is made of permeable plastic. It breathes, which means that bacteria and other contaminants can enter the container affecting water safety. They are not designed for long-term storage. Do not store these containers in the garage or on the concrete because the concrete along with car exhaust, pesticides, paints, solvents, etc. can leach into your water supply.
Built for Emergency Water Storage. This 55 gal. blue water storage barrel is the safe way to store large amounts of water long term for Business, Schools and Home. Simply add tap water, then treat with Water Preserver which will sterilize the water. Then tighten the caps with your Bung Wrench so they are airtight. You now have sterile water for the next 5 years. At the end of 5 years, simply dump water, re-fill with fresh water and re-treat with long term Water Treatment. Don't forget
Bung Wrench, Hand Pump & Water Preserver.
CAUTION! Do not store your emergency water in Used Barrels. Once they have had fruit juice concentrate or cola syrup stored in them, the plastic becomes contaminated. Once the product is imbedded in the plastic it is near impossible to clean. You will have a growth that cannot be controlled.
Key Features
- Made from safe plastic
- Airtight water storage
- Heavy Duty
- American made
- Bulk water storage
