Disaster Resources for the Public
Save Your Treasures the Right Way
Hurricanes and floods harm treasured possessions like photos and other keepsakes. Sometimes people discard family heirlooms that could have been saved or, lacking good advice, make the damage worse. This doesn't have to happen!
Watch a 10-minute video on salvaging water-damaged photographs, books, and other materials.
Preparing, Protecting, Preserving your Family Treasures
Simple instructions, as well as links to more comprehensive information for preparing, protecting, preserving many types of family treasures.
Hurricane Safety Flyer
Hurricane information from the National Weather Service (PDF).
Saving Our Heritage Public Service Announcement
Information from the National Park Service.
Essential Records for Families: What you need to know before you evacuate
A handy checklist and reference guide from The Georgia Archives (PDF).
Interim Safety and Health Precautions for People Entering Previously Flooded Areas
A tip sheet from FEMA (Microsoft Word document).
Save Your Family Treasures from Soot
Cherished family heirlooms that survive a fire are often covered with soot and ash. Removing soot and ash requires prompt and gentle attention to avoid further damage.
LSU Storm Recovery Guide for Homeowners
Repairing Your Flooded Home
A PDF containing information from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the American Red Cross to help flooded property owners.
National Trust for Historic Preservation Financial Assistance Programs
The National Trust's grant and loan programs have assisted thousands of innovative preservation projects that protect the continuity, diversity, and beauty of our communities.
Resource Organizations
Web links to information and people who can help.
24-Hour Phone Assistance
These regional conservation and preservation organizations are available to offer free technical assistance and information to cultural institutions and the public.
Regional Alliance for Preservation
Most of the RAP Centers offer free disaster advice by telephone and email, and will advise individuals on dealing with hurricane recovery and salvage.