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Water Preparation and Storage


a.    Filtration. Filter through porous material (sand/charcoal).
b.    Purification.
(1)  Water from live plants requires no further treatment.
(2)  Purify all other water.
[a] -   Boil at least 1 minute.
[b] -   Pour from one container to another to improve taste to aerate
[c] -   c) Water purification tablets. Follow instructions on package.
c.    Potable Water.
(1)  If water cannot be purified, obtain water from a clear, cold, clean, and fast running source (if possible).
(2)  Put in clear container and expose to the sun’s ultraviolet rays to kill bacteria.
d.    Storage. To prevent contamination, use a clean, covered or sealed container.
(1)  Trash bag.
(2)  Prophylactic.
(3)  Section of bamboo.
(4)  Flotation gear.















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