Disaster Recovery

If you're like most people, your home is your sanctuary. It's where you feel safe and secure, where you retreat from the world and relax with your loved ones. But the sad truth is that our homes are all too often vulnerable to break-ins, burglaries, and other security threats. That's where Secure Home comes in. This comprehensive guide to home security will give you the tools you need to protect your home and your family from harm. From basic security measures to advanced home automation and smart devices, we cover everything you need to know to keep your home safe and secure. Chapter 1 ...

When the sky turns dark and the winds pick up, it can be hard to know what to do to stay safe during a tornado. "Storm Watch: A Guide to Recognizing and Surviving Tornado Weather" is the essential guide to help you prepare for, recognize, and survive tornadoes. In this comprehensive guide, you'll learn how to recognize the signs of tornado weather, including changes in the sky, wind, temperature, and humidity. You'll also discover how to use weather forecasts, radar, and other tools to predict and track tornadoes, so you can be prepared before they strike. But recognizing tornado weather is...

Survive. Thrive. Prepare for any crisis with the ultimate companion The Ready Citizen's Guide. Embark on a comprehensive journey through the vital field of emergency preparedness and arm yourself with knowledge to safeguard you, your loved ones, and your community. From the unforeseen chaos of natural disasters to the silent threat of pandemics, this indispensable guide traverses the complex terrain of emergencies with precision and practicality. Delve into exploring the intricate psychology of response, debunking common myths, and mastering a preparedness mindset that transcends fear. ...

Domina la administración profesional de servidores y obtén tu CompTIA Server+ en español Detrás de cada aplicación empresarial, cada base de datos crítica, cada servicio que mantiene a una organización funcionando, hay un servidor que alguien tiene que administrar. CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) es la credencial vendor-neutral que valida tu competencia técnica para ese trabajo — desde el hardware en el rack hasta el disaster recovery multi-site. Ruta Certificada: Server+ es la guía completa en español diseñada para llevarte desde fundamentos hasta dominio profesional de los cuatro ...

Introducing Disaster Ready, the ultimate guide to surviving and thriving in the face of any disaster. This comprehensive eBook is your one-stop-shop for all things emergency preparedness. With a comprehensive 20-chapter guide, Disaster Ready covers everything you need to know to keep yourself and those around you safe and secure during disasters of all types. Chapter 1 lays the foundation for your knowledge by discussing the various types of disasters and how they can affect you. From there, you'll move into risk assessment to determine what disasters are most likely in your area and how to...

Are you prepared for a natural disaster? Ready, Set, Survive is the ultimate guide to emergency preparedness. With 20 comprehensive chapters, this eBook covers everything you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones in the face of any natural disaster. Chapter by chapter, you'll learn about the importance of preparation, the essential items you should have in your disaster kit, and how to make a plan to keep your family safe. You'll also discover tips and tricks for communicating during a disaster, mapping out escape routes and evacuating safely. But it doesn't stop there - this...

Surviving Catastrophes: The Ultimate Guide to Historical Disasters and Disaster Preparedness From the deadliest plagues to the most devastating hurricanes, humanity has encountered numerous disasters that have shaped our history and our future. Whether we like it or not, catastrophes are a part of our lives, and being prepared for them is crucial. In this comprehensive eBook, we take a journey through time and revisit some of the most significant calamities that have struck humanity. From the Black Death in the 14th century to the Puerto Rico Hurricane of 2017, Surviving Catastrophes ...

When floods rage, fires consume, and storms shake the very ground we stand on, one question echoes through the chaos: Where is God? This timely and compassionate book was born from a heartfelt sermon and inspired by real tragedies—floods in Texas that claimed young lives and wildfires in Maui that devastated communities. Through biblical reflection, personal experience, and pastoral insight, Pastor John E. Miller guides readers through the emotional and spiritual wreckage that disasters leave behind. Rooted in Wesleyan theology and anchored in Scripture, this book offers a path forward ...

In the aftermath of the Titanic disaster in 1912, the cable ship Mackay-Bennett recovers bodies from the North Atlantic, including a small, unidentified child whose recovery haunts the crew. In the present day, forensic anthropologist Emma Reardon dedicates herself to solving this century-old mystery, using modern DNA technology to identify the 'Unknown Child' buried in Halifax's Fairview Lawn Cemetery. The story weaves between the past and present, highlighting the emotional and scientific journey to uncover the truth. Emma, a sharp-eyed and resolute scientist carrying her own personal ...

Few businesses can afford to shut down for an extended period of time, regardless of the cause. If the past few years have taught us anything, it's that disaster can strike in any shape, at any time. Be prepared with the time-tested strategies in Business Continuity Management: Building an Effective Incident Management Plan and protect your employees while ensuring your company survives the unimaginable.   

This book offers an overview of disaster management, covering various aspects from preparedness to recovery. It begins by defining Emergency Management and exploring its historical context, highlighting significant disasters that have shaped the field. Central to the discussion is the concept of Disaster Resilience, which underscores the importance of understanding resilience frameworks and its role in mitigating the impact of disasters. Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis are crucial components discussed in the book, focusing on identifying risk factors and assessing vulnerabilities within...

In Station Blackout, Chuck Casto, the foremost authority on responding to nuclear disasters, shares his first-hand account of how he led the collaborative team of Japanese and American experts that faced the challenges of Fukushima. A lifetime of working in the nuclear industry prepared him to manage an extreme crisis, lessons that apply to any crisis situation.

In an increasingly digital world, the continuous availability of data and services is critical to the success of businesses and organizations. As data centers form the backbone of these operations, ensuring their resilience against disasters is paramount. Whether it's a natural calamity like an earthquake or flood, a cyberattack, or a simple human error, the impact of downtime can be catastrophic, resulting in significant financial loss, reputational damage, and operational disruption. Data Center Disaster Recovery: Strategies and Solutions is a comprehensive guide designed to equip IT ...

"Madeline Ostrander narrates in tones of warning, anger, and sadness as she ticks off the environmental crises facing the world. She adds something else, too: sentiment."- AudioFile This program is read by the author. From rural Alaska to coastal Florida, a vivid account of Americans working to...

Divorce, death, job loss, financial ruin, a wayward child, an unfaithful spouse, drug abuse, prison time, betrayal, illness—suffering is intense, personal and profoundly life-changing, making us better and stronger or driving us to despair and hopelessness. The shock of radical losses can leave us in a spiral of hurt and pain. If this sounds like you, Disaster to Deliverance: 90 Days of Hope & Healing is for you. Disaster to Deliverance combines biblical wisdom and practical, down-to-earth advice to help you through this intensely difficult time. Dale J. Brown, PhD, a husband and pastor, ...

The 72-Hour Rule: Surviving the First Three Days of Business Disruption A Tactical ISO 22301 Playbook for Crisis Management, Fast Recovery, and Business Continuity Under Pressure In a world where business disruptions can strike without warning, the first 72 hours are critical. The 72-Hour Rule: Surviving the First Three Days of Business Disruption is your essential playbook for managing crises and recovering fast using ISO 22301, the global standard for business continuity. This tactical guide offers a clear, step-by-step approach to navigate the chaos in the first three days of disruption ...

An “urgent, fascinating, and impassioned” (Daniel Immerwahr) history of Puerto Rico’s 122 years as a colony of the United States Since its acquisition by the United States in 1898, Puerto Rico has served as a testing ground for the most aggressive and exploitative US economic, political...

A Story of Loss, Resilience, and Rebirth What happens when an entire city drowns — and still finds the courage to rise again? On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina ripped through the Gulf Coast and shattered New Orleans. Levees broke. Families fled. Entire neighborhoods disappeared beneath toxic floodwaters. For days, the world watched as America’s most vibrant city nearly ceased to exist. But this is not just a story of destruction. It’s a story of humanity, resilience, and a community that refused to let its culture die. Inside, you’ll discover: The full scope of the disaster — ...

For most San Franciscans, April 18, 1906 started at 5:12 a.m. with 65 seconds of violent quaking followed by a relentless, raging fire that left 98% of the structures in the most populated part of the city in ruins. However, while everyone felt the earthquake equally, they did not all suffer to the same degree. In Saving San Francisco, Andrea Rees Davies, a former firefighter, tells a new story of the 1906 catastrophe. Saving San Francisco challenges the long-lived myth that the fire brought out altruism and leveled class distinctions among residents.

On March 1, 2007, an EF4 tornado with winds in excess of 170 miles per hour struck Enterprise High School in Enterprise, Alabama. The tornado resulted in the deaths of eight students. It destroyed the school as well as the sense of safety of the community. Over the days, weeks, and years that followed, the students, teachers and community of Enterprise struggled to make sense of the tragedy and find a path toward healing. Carol Dean, a Licensed Professional Counselor employed by the school system, was on the front lines of the healing process. In this book, she shares interviews of the ...