Fact Sheets
These fact sheets provide information for the general public about what to do during water-related emergencies and outbreaks.
Wash Your Hands

Message: Learn how to wash your hands during an emergency or disaster.
Audience: Designed for people in disaster-affected areas.
Fact sheet:
- Printable Fact Sheet: Wash Your Hands [PDF – 276 KB] (English)
- Printable Fact Sheet: Wash Your Hands [PDF – 269 KB] (Español)
Make Water Safe

Message: Learn how to make water safe to drink after an emergency or disaster.
Audience: Designed for people in disaster-affected areas.
Fact sheet:
- Printable Fact Sheet: Making Water Safe [PDF – 254 KB] (English)
- Printable Fact Sheet: Making Water Safe [PDF – 297 KB] (Español)
Web: Making Water Safe
Drink Safe Water

Message: After an emergency, water might not be safe to use or drink. Follow the instructions of your local officials regarding water use and safety.
Audience: Designed for people in disaster-affected areas.
Fact sheet:
- Page last reviewed: September 29, 2017
- Page last updated: September 29, 2017
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