A framework provided by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) offers guidance for organizations to develop documented procedures for restoring data, systems, and operations following disruptive events. This framework helps... Read more »
The November 5, 1930, tragedy at the Sunday Creek Coal Company’s Number 6 Mine resulted in 82 fatalities, making it one of Ohio’s deadliest mining accidents. Located near the small town of... Read more »
The collapse of an eight-story commercial building in Savar, Bangladesh, on April 24, 2013, resulted in the deaths of more than 1,100 people and injured over 2,500. The building housed several garment... Read more »
A pre-designed framework for restoring IT infrastructure and operations after an unforeseen disruptive event provides a structured approach to minimizing downtime and data loss. This framework typically includes documented procedures, pre-assigned responsibilities,... Read more »
Visual documentation of the Aberfan tragedy, encompassing photographs and film footage, provides a stark record of the catastrophic events of October 21, 1966. These images capture the immediate aftermath of the colliery... Read more »
Post-disaster remediation, particularly at the most critical stage of impact, involves specialized services encompassing damage assessment, debris removal, structural stabilization, sanitation, and restoration. For example, after a major hurricane, these services might... Read more »
Visual documentation of the Chernobyl catastrophe, which unfolded in April 1986, encompasses a range of formats, from photographs captured by photojournalists and official photographers to images recorded by scientific teams. These visuals... Read more »
Objective data often reveals underlying trends and potential problems that subjective opinions or anecdotal evidence might overlook. For instance, declining sales figures, increasing customer churn rates, or escalating production costs can indicate... Read more »
Financial aid programs offered by humanitarian organizations often provide a fixed amount of monetary assistance to individuals and families affected by catastrophic events. These grants can be used to address immediate needs... Read more »
Disaster films experienced a surge in popularity during the 1970s, characterized by large-scale catastrophes, ensemble casts, and special effects that pushed the boundaries of the era’s technology. These films often featured natural... Read more »