The Red Guide to Recovery 2012

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When one experiences a devastating loss due to a fire, earthquake, flood, tornado or any other major disaster, they become overwhelmed with a great amount of stress and uncertainty. The Red Guide to Recovery, a new book that gives citizens a roadmap what to do after a disaster, was created to address such emotions by providing information and resources needed to cope with tragedy.

According to www.theredguidetorecovery.com, in addition to a 10-Point Quick Start checklist for the first 24 hours of recovery, the guide includes detailed chapters on the following topics:   

• Emergency services to secure and protect property   
  
• Displacement and relocation tips   
  
• Disaster relief and financial assistance   
• Homeowners insurance issues after a loss   
• Personal property considerations   
• Smoke and water damage information   
• Estimating repair costs to structural damages   
• Selecting a qualified contractor   
• Public insurance adjuster services   
• Hazardous material concerns   
• Safety and precautions after a disaster   
• Trauma intervention and grief counseling   
• Avoiding disaster scams  
  
• Phone directory with local, state, and federal government agencies, insurance companies and websites

The Red Guide to Recovery website also provides a list of Recovery Tools, available at no cost, that are extremely useful as an individual begins the recovery process. Information and tips needed for safe clean-up, successful rebuilding and managing insurance claims is offered by many agencies including:      

• Personal Property Memory Jogger  
  
• Insurance Agency, U.S. Government, and State Phone and Contact Directory  
  
• San Diego County Phone and Contact Directory   
  
• Disaster Recovery Resources 
  
• Disaster Scams  
  
• Disaster Preparedness Resources   
  
• Insurance Claim Resources   
  
• Tribal Community Resources

Red Guide to Recovery was made possible through funding by the following sponsors:   

• American Red cross   
  
• San Diego County Fire Chief's Association  
  
• County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services   
  
• San Miguel Fire Consolidated Protection District   
  
• County of San Diego   
  
• California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection

  

If a large-scale disaster were to occur, large quantities of this guide can be produced. The Red Guide to Recovery can also be tailored for any city or state. The Red Guide eBook is available in National and Native editions and provide immediate access to vital recovery information and resources. There is also an app available for all smart phones so that when disaster strikes, the recovery information you need is at your fingertips.

The Red Guide to Recovery and a quick start guide are also available online at www.theredguidetorecovery.comwhere it will be updated annually in both English and Spanish. 



Author:Melissa Gonzales - FDNNTV.com