Award winning video to help libraries salvage flood damaged collections
Did you know that the most common disaster in New Jersey is flooding? Hurricanes, tropical storms, nor-easters, as well as winter snow melt and ice blockages lead to a major disaster in New Jersey at least once a year. In response to the flooding in the Midwest, Heritage Preservation, the leading national, nonprofit advocate for the proper care of historical objects and sites, has released a free, online video guide to coping with water damage. This 10-minute streaming video segment from the award-winning Field Guide to Emergency Response provides professional advice to help libraries, museums, and archives salvage damaged collections. You will find straightforward advice and practical tips on safety, simple equipment, and salvage priorities to help get you started on the rescue of photographs, books, documents, and other valued items.
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