Documents...they are part of our every-day life. Like it or not, we deal with documents constantly. In fact, many businesses are required by law to retain certain documents. If you are a business owner or in charge of document retention for your company or organization, it is important to have a recovery plan in place. What will you do if your documents are damaged? What you are able to discard and when depends on … [Read more...]
What is Document Recovery Anyway?
Are You Prepared for a Tornado?
A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground and is often, although not always, visible as a funnel cloud. Tornadoes can strike in any season but occur most often in the spring and summer months. About 1,200 tornadoes hit the United States every year and every state is at risk. Most injuries and fatalities from tornadoes are caused by being struck or cut by … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for a Flood
Did you know floods are one of the most common hazards in the Unites States? Flooding can occur during any season, but some areas of the country are at greater risk at certain times of the year. Coastal areas are at greater risk of flooding during hurricane season (i.e., June to November), while the Midwest is more at risk in the spring and during heavy summer rains. Ice jams occur in the spring in the Northeast … [Read more...]
April Kicks Off America’s PrepareAthon!
This year's weather has already provided an important reminder to all of us that disasters can strike anytime and anyplace. Many regions of the country have experienced some form of a weather event. As with many life events, preparation is the key to success. That's why Blackmon Mooring and BMS CAT are supporting America's PrepareAthon! As leaders in the storm damage recovery industry, we want to help educate … [Read more...]