In any discussion of TEOTWAWKI/SHTF/Prepping people talk about stocking up on certain essentials. Commonly mentioned items are food, water, ammunition, things like that. Fuel is another big one. It's one of those things that requires a functioning industrial supply chain. There's no foraging from the land like you could for food and water. So your only real option is to store it.
I just bought a few of these NATO fuel cans. They're made in the UK by a supplier to the British military, and made to NATO specifications. The inside of the can is coated to protect the metal from corrosion by any water or ethanol in the fuel, and uses a secure locking latch mechanism. Unlike the hardware store plastic gas cans, these will not vent or leak so there is no odor from the fuel. They're very rugged and meant to be used by a mechanized army on the move. I figured those traits make them a perfect choice for long term fuel storage.
Just thought I would share this link to anyone interested. There's a lot of crappy Chinese knockoffs out there, but these are the real deal. If you're looking for authentic NATO fuel cans:
http://www.roverparts.com/Parts/GJC20.cfmThe EPA took some ridiculous California state rules and made them national a few years ago, meaning these cans are technically no longer allowed for fuel storage even though they have been a mainstay of armies since before WWII. I give no credence to that rule whatsoever and intend to do what I want with these cans.