Re: We're In A State Of Emergency

KonaKat · ‎03-10-2010

I live 78 miles north of Charleston, and heard the news yesterday evening upon my return from Parkersburg. My first reaction was how this was going everyone. Shortly after, they issued the alert that schools, restaurants, etc. receiving this water not use it. I saw the video of the woman who bought bags of ice to melt for water because water was sold out.

I think everyone should keep a backup supply of water as one never knows when it will be needed. It is inconvenient not to shower but the body needs water internally.

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Pink56 · ‎11-15-2010

Bless your heart! I just heard 200,000 people are involved due to 5,000 gallons of methanol being spilled. Water deliveries are on the way and volunteer fire stations will likely be pick-up locations. Do you have snow on the ground? If so, you can collect and melt to use for bathing. If not, baby wipes can be used to get you through. Buy dry shampoo in the can at a drug store. Suave has a good one that is price effective for your hair. Use anti-bacterial hand wipes. If the ones in the box are sold out don't forget the bar soap aisle where they have the pump bottles. Consuming liquids, for the short term, can range from juices to milk both shelf and refrigerated items. Food is also a good source grapes, Popsicles, frozen juice bars etc. I am sure your local news coverage will keep you well informed. Maybe other's have other creative ideas of how to make do. Thinking of you and hoping this gets quickly taken care of.

Englishrose · ‎07-14-2013

We went through this about 15 years ago....if I may offer a couple of suggestions...make sure that you have a full tank for your gas grill to cook...buy tin foil as food will be cooked in tin foil on the grill...no washing dishes ...with this in mind, get disposable forks, knives and spoons & plates also paper towels. The National Guard will get an allotted amount of fresh water to you but bear in mind, it won't be a lot to begin with. Sometimes we had to provide our own containers for water that was to be used to flush toilets. You truly don't realize how dependent you are on water until you have to do without..good luck to you and try to be creative. :-). Also, bleach will be useful.

Lacey1 · ‎03-09-2010

I heard this story and felt so bad. Why were they even permitted to house those chemicals so close to the river/water supply? I have already said prayers, and will send more. Please take care, I also worry about wild animals drinking this water.

The other tips are so smart. Start filling the bathtub with snow to flush toilets. Turn off the ice maker in your fridge. Tape a cup over the faucets so you don't forget that it's contaminated, (especially kids).

sciencegeek_1 · ‎07-19-2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the people in West Virginia!

Pink56 and EnglishRose, those are excellent suggestions! I'll be adding a few new things to my emergency supply kit because of your advice. Thank you!

JB · ‎03-10-2010

Sending prayers your way. I heard this on the news this morning. I'm sure they will have water there soon.

Krimpette · ‎03-09-2010

I pray for all of you also. How can they possibly truck in enough water so that affected folks can at least shower, wash dishes and cook? One report said it could take weeks before the situation is totally clear. I that true? {{{{WV}}}}}

oceanjade · ‎03-09-2010

We went through this too. Good suggestions. What really helped (until we got some water) was to use paper plates, cups and plastic forks, knives, etc. Then you don't have to worry about washing dishes. And use your microwave as much as possible to avoid having to wash pots and pans. We were finally allowed to boil water and use that for washing but it sounds like your problem is more serious than what we had.

Good luck and take care.