I am a bit of a survivalist. I believe in always being prepared (much like a boyscout), and I believe you should always store enough food and water to survive for at least 6 weeks, should anything devastating happen. I keep 2, 30 gallon stainless steel drums full of non-perishable food stored in my basement, along with 10 cases of bottled water, which I replace about every 6 months and a full family first aid kit. I also keep some non-perishable food and water in the trunk of my car, along with a first aid kit and some other items that one would need to survive, should the car break down in the middle of nowhere. If something bad should ever happen, I want to know that my family will remain safe and healthy.