American Water Supplies At Risk
Posted on July 21, 2010
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Water is critical to life. Weather you live in a south west city or your bug out plan includes relocating to a desert state your family must have water. America’s shrinking aquifers threaten all of us placing our food supply and very existence at risk.
A new report says more than 1,000 counties across the United States are at risk for potential water shortages by midcentury as warmer temperatures deplete supplies and demand for water rises.
The report, released Tuesday by the Natural Resources Defense Council, says some regions including the Northeast could see a boost to water supplies as climate change shifts weather patterns.
But for much of the rest of the country, the group paints a sobering picture of warm temperatures further taxing aquifers already stressed by heavy agricultural and consumer use.
The report did not factor in future improvements to water supply systems.
Fourteen states were highlighted as being most at risk: Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.
Read Full Article Here: Report: Warmer climate puts water supplies at risk | National news | Chron.com – Houston Chronicle.
It is critical that you have access to a safe and abundant water supply. Part of your survival preparation must include reviewing your existing water sources and what happens if they are disrupted. You should have a couple of safe and independent water sources available in case your primary water is cut off or undrinkable. Ponds and streams are not safe water sources unless they are properly filtered.
One person drinks a gallon of water a day and you should have a 30 day supply stored. Don’t forget your animals.
Collecting rainwater from your roof or with tarps provides a great back up supply for your garden and livestock. It can also be used for showering and dishes but should be filtered before drinking.
Clean water is one of the most overlooked survival items.
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