Knowing the condition of your local water supply, where it comes from, and how it is treated is important to your survival

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Knowing the condition of your local water supply, where it comes from, and how it is treated is important to your survival. Drinking contaminated water can cause minor to extreme illness and even death.

Marketing of bottled water has been one of the most successful and profitable strategies of the last few decades. Bottled water prices are rising, and the cost of plastics generated and disposed of takes a heavy toll on the environment. Have you been a victim of the marketing strategy?

address the fallowing

1. Identify the City/Town and State in which you live.
2. Discuss your local water source* by describing the condition of the basin it is drawn from and some details about your local wastewater treatment process and standards.
3. Explain whether you prefer bottled water to your tap water and why.

*Local water supply information should be available via the internet for your supplier. If you are using well water, you should already be aware of any safety and disinfection protocols that apply to your area. If you only drink or use bottle water, it comes from somewhere, find out your details!