Safe Water and Food in Emergencies

How to prevent the spread of diseases caused by improperly stored food and water during an emergency

During an emergency, safe food and water are not always available. After a disaster, consuming contaminated water or food can lead to the spread of diseases.

For this reason, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided guidelines to protect health safety during emergencies. The CDC’s recommendations teach how to disinfect food and water containers, which foods are safest to eat during an emergency, and much more.

Learn more about how to consume safe food and water in emergencies (link).