Why 3-Day Water Supplies May Not Be Enough for Hospitals

Most hospital emergency plans suggest storing a 3-day water supply for patients and staff. But real-world disasters—from California wildfires to hurricanes in Florida—reveal that supply chain disruptions can last far longer. Facilities have found themselves without restocking options for 5 days or more.

In a high-stakes environment like a hospital, even a single day without potable water can lead to major health and safety risks. Medical devices, wound cleaning, hand washing, patient hydration, food prep—all depend on reliable water.

Safe Water offers hospitals the chance to exceed baseline preparedness without increasing administrative burden. Because our water doesn’t expire in the traditional sense, you can scale up your supply without worrying about waste or costly rotation.

Scenarios Where 3 Days Isn’t Enough:
- Earthquakes destroying road access
- Cyberattacks crippling city water utilities
- Extended power outages disrupting pumping stations
- Delays in FEMA or Red Cross emergency aid

Don’t gamble with your most critical resource. Extend your emergency plan from 3 to 7 days. With Safe Water, your hospital gets extended protection—without added complexity.

✅ Checklist: Upgrading to a 7-Day Water Supply Plan

- [ ] Recalculate supply: 1 gallon per person x 7 days
- [ ] Expand storage locations to accommodate added volume
- [ ] Order additional Safe Water to cover extended duration
- [ ] Update emergency response documentation
- [ ] Communicate changes to hospital leadership and staff
- [ ] Coordinate additional space and shelf access with facilities