New articles on personal emergency preparedness appear here regularly – up to date, explained in plain language, and backed by official sources such as the BBK (Germany’s Federal Office of Civil Protection). You’ll find the basics in our topic guides.
Water
Water Filters for Emergencies and Outdoors: An Overview
Hollow fiber, ceramic, pump, or gravity: what common water filters can do, where their limits lie, and which system fits your household.
Water
How to Store Drinking Water – Containers, Shelf Life, Location
Bottled water or tap water you fill yourself? Which containers work, how long the water stays safe, and where your emergency water supply is best kept.
Water
How Much Drinking Water Do I Need in an Emergency?
Two liters per person per day, for ten days: here's how to calculate your water supply based on BBK (Germany's Federal Office of Civil Protection) recommendations – including pets, heat, and hygiene needs.