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How much water per person per day does Ready.gov suggest for an emergency kit?

One gallon.

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  3. Two gallons

Why: Ready.gov says one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation. A family of four needs about 12 gallons for three days.

Huh, didn't know that: Ready.gov also suggests a battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert.

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Answer: One gallon. Ready.gov says one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation. A family of four needs about 12 gallons for three days.

  1. Ready.gov: Build a Kit www.ready.gov/kit
    Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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