How To Store Emergency Food Outside
If you child needs supplies at school consider a small box kit or fanny pack kit.
How to store emergency food outside. Once the food is packed store it in a five gallon bucket and hide it somewhere out of the way in your house. Pick a place in your home to store your emergency kit that has the least amount of temperature fluctuations and is as dry as possible. The dents may compromise the seal of the can allowing the food to spoil.
Use a tackle box for emergency medical supplies and store under sink. Not in attics outbuildings or garages unless they are insulated AND cooled to temperatures in the 70-75 degree range or crawl spaces. It can be a good idea to store a few containers of water in the freezer to help keep food frozen should the power go out for a period of time.
Of all the elements that damage food heat tends to be the least of the evils. Dont store cans with deep sharp-angled dents or large or deep dents near a seam. In those instances the quality of your food will deteriorate within just a few weeks not months or years.
This will help preserve your items and keep them from spoiling. Large plastic jars from pastas etc. At the very least practice making the quick to fix foods that would be emergency fare.
Would be an alternative to actual water containers as long as they have a screw on lid. Utilize attic space for non-food items as long as stored in pest-resistent containers. And some tips for using your water during an emergency.
Under no circumstances should you store food outside in the heat. Camp out once a month to make sure you have all the tools fuel and other supplies you need. So as long as you are able to minimize oxygen moisture and light affecting your food storage even in higher heat you should be able to successfully store food for 3-5 years at least.