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Earthquake damage in the Physics-Astronomy Library
Books scattered on the floor between to stacks in the aftermath of the 2001 earthquake in Seattle, WA.
Earthquake damage in the Physics-Astronomy Library
Books scattered on the floor between two stacks in the aftermath of the 2001 earthquake in Seattle, WA.
Fire damage to Columbia International University Library
Fire damaged books lie scattered on the ground after an electrical fire at Columbia International University Library in Columiba, SC.
Example of Mold on Library Materials
Book titled Making ADHD a Gift open to its title page revealing extensive damage by a black, speckly mold that seems to radiate from the binding.
Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Policy and Response Manual
This University of Nebraska Libraries emergency manual provides information on: collections, personnel, data protection and recovery, emergency supplies and maintenance, training strategies for staff, and the emergency response plans for various…
Fire damage at the Camden/Ouachita County Public Library
A blackened, jumbled scene is viewed through the doors of the library; the roof has fallen in and the building is open to the sky. There are scarcely any recognizable items.
PORTALS (Portland Area Library System)
A complete disaster plan template created by the Portland, OR Library System, links to preservation and recovery resources are also provided.
Pennsylvania State University Libraries
Template of a Disaster Plan Manual.
dPlan: The Online Disaster-Planning Tool for Cultural and Civic Institutions
An on-line template that creates a customized disaster plan for institutions. Created by the Northeast Document Conservation Center and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Leaflet 3.6: 3.6 Emergency Salvage of Wet Books and Records
One of a series of printable leaflets produced by the Northeast Document Conservation Center; it includes initial response, drying techniques, and additional resources.