Quote Originally Posted by Great-Kazoo View Post
You need to use the correct amount of chlorine. To little it does nothing, too much it's toxic and ....well there's less people who will be needing water.

http://modernsurvivalblog.com/surviv...rinking-water/

Water – Bleach Ratio For Purifying Drinking Water

1 Quart water, 2 drops bleach
1 Gallon water, 8 drops bleach
5 Gallons water, 1/2 teaspoon bleach
10 Gallons water, 1 teaspoon bleach
50 Gallons water, 5 teaspoons bleach

If you put in too much, it will eventually break down and be safe to drink - but it might take a considerable amount of time. Also, it will probably smell and taste strongly like a swimming pool. Keep in mind you still have to filter the water to remove particulate.