GOV.UK checklist
Bottled still water multipack
The simplest way to meet the GOV.UK target of 3 litres per person per day. A household of two needs at least 18 litres for 3 days.
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Food-grade water container (20 litre)
One stackable container holds a full 3-day supply for nearly two people, which saves space compared with bottles.
What to look for
- Look for BPA-free, food-grade plastic
- A tap makes daily use easier
- Fill from the cold mains tap and refresh every 6 months
Why it’s in the kit
This is our recommendation. It supports the official GOV.UK advice but isn’t named in it.
Part of our water range.
Guides that mention this
How to Prepare for a Water Supply Outage
How much water to store, purification tablets, water butts and handwashing tips from GOV.UK’s water outage advice.
How Much Water to Store for an Emergency (UK)
GOV.UK says 3 litres per person per day for 3 days. Here’s how much that is for your household, how to store it and how long it keeps.
2-Week Emergency Supply List UK
How to grow your 3-day kit into a 2-week emergency supply in the UK: water, food, medication and power, built up gradually and rotated.
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GOV.UK advice
Water purification tablets
GOV.UK suggests purification tablets if you lack room to store water. Tablet strengths differ, so follow the label exactly.
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Water filter bottle or straw
Filters out bacteria and sediment from alternative sources. Pair with purification tablets or boiling for full treatment.
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Collapsible water carrier
Folds flat for storage and lets you collect water from bottled-water stations during a supply outage.
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