A: Hi Bamaw! Yes, you can hook a hose to the outlet valve to fill containers. The valve features a 2-inch NPT thread, which requires a female 2-inch NPT coupling fitting or a reducer to connect to standard hoses.

A: Hi CeeCee! The CDC recommendations for storing drinking water are as follows: "Clean and sanitize the container. Label container as “drinking water” and include storage date. Replace stored water every six months. Keep stored water in a place with a cool temperature (50–70°F). Do not store water containers in direct sunlight. Do not store water containers in areas where toxic substances, such as gasoline or pesticides, are present. If using a scoop or other device, use a clean one each time you remove safe water from the storage container to help avoid contaminating the water. Before scooping out the safe water, try not to touch the water or insides of the container with your hands. Never scoop safe water with your hands. Before filling with safe water, use these steps to clean and sanitize water storage containers: Wash the storage container and rinse completely with water. Sanitize the container with a solution made by mixing 1 teaspoon of unscented liquid household chlorine bleach in 1 quart of water. Use bleach that contains 5%–9% sodium hypochlorite. Cover the container tightly and shake it well. Make sure the sanitizing bleach solution touches all inside surfaces of the container. Wait at least 30 seconds and then pour the sanitizing solution out of the container. Let the empty sanitized container air-dry before use OR rinse the empty container with safe water (water that has been treated). Pour clean water into the sanitized container and cover with a tight lid."

A: Hi Tlander, This container does have UV inhibitors.

A: Hi Tony, These containers are sold as new and are clean and factory-sealed prior to first use.

A: Hi Rexabbot: This container is suitable for long-term water storage. It is made with FDA-approved, food-grade resin and is Kosher Certified, making it safe for potable water. For best results, the CDC recommends replacing stored water every six months and keeping the container in a cool, dark place.

A: Hi Shar: This container is safe for storing drinking water. It is made with FDA-approved, food-grade resin and is Kosher Certified, making it suitable for transporting and storing potable water and other food-grade products.

A: Hi pillowlips228! Yes, this container is safe for storing drinking water.

A: Hi Joe 2: This container can be used for certain fuels, though its suitability depends on the specific fuel type and local safety regulations.

A: Hi Scott! 275 gallons of water weighs approximately 2,300 lbs., so the full weight would be around 2,432.5 lbs.