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Surviving Disaster
In light of the recent disasters that have
devastated various parts of the world, we are forcefully
reminded that life is a fragile and precious thing. It is a
wake up call for us all, to look after our life, health and
environment. One of the key factors in maintaining good
health is the water we drink and our vital water supplies.
The most recent disasters have been not 1 but 2 devastating
hurricanes to hit the USA. Not only did this cause
widespread loss of life and property, but also changed many
peoples' lives forever. The far-reaching effects of these
disasters will be felt long after the reconstruction and
rebuilding has finished.
With disasters of this magnitude there are many immediate
problems to address, among the most critical is contaminated
water. The breaking of water and sewage pipes and extensive
flooding of drains are but a few ways the water supplies get
contaminated. Alerts go out to boil water before drinking to
prevent outbreaks of disease such
as, diarrhea, vomiting and typhoid.
Circumstances like these brings our attention to the ways we
improve and make are water safe to drink. Here are 3 common
ways.
1. Filters
2. Boiling
3. Distilling
Filters are common and convenient. You can just attach the
filter to your tap and be ready to go. However there are
some disadvantages. Filters do extract harmful industrial
salts and impurities. However they do not get rid of life
threatening bacteria. In fact bacteria and fungi can collect
in the residue accumulated in the filters and contaminate
the water you drink. You may be only partially cleaning your
water with this method.
Simple boiling in a large kitchen utensil is the oldest way
we have of cleaning our water. This will get rid of some
bacteria and harmful impurities, but is not 100% effective.
It will eliminate some but not destroy all bacteria and
unwanted substances.
Distilled water not only destroys bacteria but will get rid
of all impurities. It produces the purest form of water,
with literally nothing in it. Here is how distillation
works:
Water is boiled and then recondensed, turned back into
liquid water on a cold surface. Dissolved impurities like
salts and industrial pollutants are left behind
People distill water in order to purify it. Dissolved
contaminants like salts are left behind as the water vapor
rises in the form of steam. The condensed water is collected
in a container and is ready to drink. Distilled water should
be stored under sanitary conditions in poly carbonate
plastic, glass or stainless steel containers.
For a number of years I have been enjoying distilled water
at home and sharing it with my office staff. There is no
complicated machinery involved with the A1-water Distiller.
It is a portable distiller that you can carry anywhere and
plug into any outlet. I have been able to travel with it or
just set it on my kitchen counter for immediate home use.
If you would like more information about this useful little
device please visit
http://www.a1-water-distiller.com
Let us continue to be alert and take care of the quality of
water we are consuming. Do not wait for a catastrophic
disaster to wake you up to the importance of drinking good
quality water. Our lives and health revolve around the
quality of food and water we consume.
About The Publisher
Richard Deddy has had a full time business on the internet
for over six years. He is the owner and webmaster of
www.A1-Water-Distiller.com and
http://www.HotGiftsandGags.com
He is the author of "The Changing Face of Civilization-Water
Quality and Your Life". And an instructor at the Center
for Lifelong Learning in Morris County, NJ. Richard is
available for seminars and private consultations in person
and by phone. He lives with his wife Carol, daughter Brooke,
two cats and one dog in Kinnelon, NJ. Contact him through
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