Archive for the ‘Tropical Storm’ Category

Document Restoration in Demand as Flooding Risk Rises

Friday, October 5th, 2012

Flooding along Missouri River - June 20, 2011Over the last few years, flooding has increased enough to spur scientists in the Northeast and elsewhere to ask if this paradigm is the “new normal.” Government officials, engineers and insurance companies are vested in this query, as its answer determines how they will need carry out their duties. Moreover, residents of zones that were previously considered dry havens are now advised to purchase flood insurance. And, of course, businesses are struggling with how to protect their assets, including crucial documents, from flooding

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How to Prepare Before the Storm: Avoiding Flood Damaged Documents

Thursday, April 26th, 2012

New Shelves Get WetThis may be a record-setting spring for high temperatures in North America. But let’s not forget that just a few years ago, we also saw record flooding and rainfall for many regions. Hurricanes, floods, earthquakes and even simple water leaks can cause serious damage to your company’s documents.

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Will You Have Dry Documents? Hurricane Season Outlook

Thursday, April 26th, 2012

Hurricane Kenneth Becomes Late-Season Record-Breaking Major HurricaneHurricanes: They are some of the most incredible, damaging storms on earth. These enormous oceanic tempests form over warm waters; whip themselves into a rainy, windy frenzy; and bash themselves over coastlines. (Because these storms are water-fueled, they cannot long survive land.) Lives are lost, homes are destroyed and many businesses fail following a major hurricane. One of the most common causes of post-hurricane business failure is the loss of flood damaged documents.

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Can scientists predict the next natural disaster?

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

Image from FEMA

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Floods across the U.S. Cause Millions in Damage

Sunday, July 25th, 2010

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