Obviously when a natural disaster strikes or a home emergency occurs, you are the most precious artifact that needs to be preserved. But some preparation now can hopefully assure that you may also rescue your precious memories and valued collectibles if conditions allow. The tips below can help you protect treasured objects in the case of an emergency:
If your family treasures are damaged in a disaster, you can use these resources from reputable institutions with simple techniques for salvaging items damaged by water or fire, linked below.
After the Flood: Advice for Salvaging Damaged Family Treasures from FEMA
Emergency Salvage of Flood Damaged Family Papers from the National Archives
Video on Water Damage from AIC
After the Fire: Advice for Salvaging Damaged Family Treasures from FEMA
Saving Family Treasures After a Fire from Beth Heller Conservation
Video on Soot & Ash from AIC
The Emergency Response & Salvage Mobile App from AIC