Sawyer Helps Thousands After Hurricanes Milton and Helene

The Florida-based company, a pioneer in water filtration and outdoor protection, is donating more than 20,000 water filters, nearly 1,000 32-ounce jugs of sunscreen, and more than 5,300 bottles of Picaridin insect repellent. These critical supplies are made possible through the dedicated efforts of local first responders and organizations like the American Red Cross, Samaritan’s Purse, Convoy of Hope, Save Our Allies, WC Kitchen, Water by Women, Waves for Water and many more.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, widespread flooding has severely compromised water supplies in Florida. More than 1.5 million people are without access to clean drinking water. Contaminated water has rendered local supplies undrinkable, prompting cities to issue boil water advisories. Sawyer’s donation of water filters represents a significant shift away from the cumbersome logistics of bottled water, offering a faster and more efficient solution.

Continue reading to learn more, written by Alan Clemons.

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November 20, 2024

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Alan Clemons

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I have been a professional writer and photographer since 1984, focusing on sports, outdoors, features, travel, golf and news for newspapers, magazines and websites. I created a nationally recognized newspaper outdoors section, assisted with outdoors industry consulting, increased visibility for my employers, worked with outdoors industry representatives on myriad projects and events, and have maintained flexibility to fit within today's changing communications environment.Specialties: Writing, photography, editing, communications

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Medya Mansyone

Get clean water during your adventures with this ultralight filter that removes 99.99999% of bacteria such as salmonella, cholera, leptospirosis, and e. Coli. It also removes 99.99999% of protozoa!

Derek Rasmussen
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Medya Mansyone

Its a project where residents are given buckets that connect with water filter, a Sawyer PointONE model, that is designed to last over 20 years, effectively removing harmful bacteria, parasites, and protozoa.

Judy Wilson
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