Food, water, and sanitation after a disaster

Published August 2004. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalogThe American Red Cross recommends a 72-hour supply of nonperishable food for each family member. By having a supply of food, you can reduce the stress of locating food during a disaster. The kind and specific amount of food will\ud depend on the ages and food preferences of everyone in the family. Convenience may be the highest priority, since fuel sources for cooking\ud may not be available. Nutrition also should be a concern since disasters and emergencies put extra stress on people