In the event of disasters or extended emergencies, this may happen. And it is in precisely these situations that everything depends on hygiene. Even if water is scarce: hand washing is very important for hygiene and health, in spite of everything!

Tips for emergency water supply

• In the event of a prolonged disruption of the water supply, you should collect water in every available larger container: bathtub, washbasins, buckets, pans, water canisters etc. Also remember water for flushing the toilet.
• Use the water sparingly. In the event of a longer water shortage, use disposable cutlery and crockery, so that water does not have to be used for washing up.
• Make the water last for longer with sterilisation agents. You can obtain these in camping stores.

Tips for hygiene

• Keep a sufficient supply of soap, detergents, toothpaste, wet wipes and toilet paper.
• If there is a shortage of water, a camping toilet with a substitute fluid is a good alternative.
• Use household gloves.
• Use hand disinfectants.
• Use kitchen paper for wiping, instead of wiping things with a wet cloth.
• Rubbish bags are good for quick waste disposal. They also help if the waste is not taken away for some time.