Disaster Resources

Disaster Resources

• Heritage Emergency National Task Force
• Texas Historical Commission
• Emergency Preparedness
• Wildfire Response/Recovery

Resources for Historic Property Owners

• Before and After Disasters: Guidance for State and Tribal Historic Preservation Leaders on Working with FEMA, NPS, and Other Federal Agencies
• Guidelines and information for elevating historic properties
• New from FEMA: Disaster Financial Management Guide: Guidance for State, Local, Tribal & Territorial Partners (PDF)
• The National Park Service checklist Preparing Your Historic Resources for Disaster includes important contacts for preservation disaster support, steps for disaster preparedness, and creating a hazard mitigation plan for local governments and property owners.

• The National Trust for Historic Preservation Booklet 82 Treatment of Flood Damaged Historic Buildings includes information about treating saturated wood, wet plaster, and where to go for assistance.

• The National Park Service quick reference Hurricane Recovery and Preservation Tips provides helpful pointers on priorities for emergency stabilization and salvage of historic homes.

• For at-your-fingertips salvage advice, download the free ERS: Emergency Response and Salvage app from the Foundation of the American Institute for Conservation.

• A team of trained conservators and collections care professionals, are available 24/7 to provide advice to cultural stewards through the National Heritage Respondents Hotline: [phone]

Emergency Preparedness for Tribes NATHPO Disaster Planning Resources