Caught in a Blackout With One Candle… Now I Teach Water Storage for Beginners

Hey everyone, I’m Liz — The Independent Prepper.
Welcome to my channel! In this video, I’m sharing more about who I am, how I started prepping, and why water storage became one of my top priorities.

I wasn’t always prepared. In fact, the moment that changed everything for me was a blackout where I had nothing but a single candle. No water stored, no backup plan, and no idea how long the outage would last. That night opened my eyes, and it’s the reason I’m here making these videos today — so you don’t have to learn the hard way like I did.

In this video, I also talk about the difference between being a city prepper and a rural prepper, because the challenges are very different.
• City dwellers often rely on municipal systems, high-rise plumbing, and limited storage space.
• Rural folks may have wells, space, or alternative water options, but often face isolation and slower emergency response times.

Both environments require preparation, but the strategies aren’t the same — and understanding that difference can make all the impact when something goes wrong.

Then we dive into the core of today’s video: Water Storage for Beginners.
I walk through:
💧 How much water you actually need per person
💧 The difference between everyday water storage and emergency water storage
💧 Containers that are safe (and unsafe) for storing water
💧 Long-term storage tips to keep water fresh
💧 How to collect water when things go bad
💧 Simple, affordable steps you can start today even if you’re brand new

My goal is to make prepping practical, realistic, and doable — no fear tactics, no overwhelm. Just everyday people learning how to protect their families, one small step at a time.

If you’re looking to build confidence, get organized, and create a water plan that actually works in the real world, this video is for you.

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