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Peer reviewedMorris, John – Canadian Library Journal, 1987
Describes the damage and salvage efforts resulting from the burning of the Los Angeles Central Library in 1986, and makes several recommendations for fire and arson prevention measures and contingency salvage plans. (CLB)
Descriptors: Alarm Systems, Building Design, Fire Protection, Library Facilities
Peer reviewedMatthews, Fred W. – Canadian Library Journal, 1986
Describes steps taken by the Weldon Law Library at Dalhousie University in salvaging books damaged in a major fire, including procedures and processes used in packing, sorting, drying, and cleaning the books. The need for a disaster plan for specific libraries is emphasized, and some suggestions are made. (CDD)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Books, Emergency Programs, Fire Protection
