Know & Go: Recovering from a Wind and Rain Event

With the emergence of more severe wind and rain events, including in places that had not previously been prone to these occurrences, many libraries find themselves updating their plans for the care of collections and facilities. With practical guidance from an experienced preservation specialist, this session will review the essentials for recovering from a wind and rain event and consider the most likely vulnerabilities in libraries’ current plans and procedures. While this is information and knowledge we hope to never put into action, investing in and familiarizing library staff with a recovery plan can provide a confidence and calm in a world of constant change.