| Title |
Disaster |
Article Type |
Summary |
| CAT Briefing: Tornado Risk Mitigation |
Resources |
Resources |
A devastating, two-mile-wide tornado ravaged Moore, Oklahoma, just outside of Oklahoma City on Monday, May 20. As of May 22, it is believed that there have been 24 confirmed deaths; officials are stil... |
| 10 Strategies to Ensure Your Business Can Manage a Power Outage – And Outshine the Competition |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
Power outages caused by earthquakes, snowfall, cyclones and other natural hazards, as well as power grid issues are not uncommon. Given the likelihood that your organization will be affected by an out... |
| Managing Service Interruption Risks |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
Power outages and other service interruptions — whether caused by natural hazards or other factors, such as stresses to power grids — can disrupt businesses’ supply chains and interr... |
| 2013 Atlantic Hurricane Season: Take Action Now |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
The 2013 Atlantic hurricane season is approaching quickly, with several forecasters predicting an active one. |
| Catastrophic Weather Events: Environmental Claims and Risk Management |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
Major storm systems such as Superstorm Sandy in 2012 have the potential to create significant environmental challenges. |
| Managing Your Flood Risks |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
Flooding — the most common natural disaster in the United States — affects thousands of homeowners and businesses annually. Typical causes of flooding include hurricanes and tropical storm... |
| Hurricane Preparedness |
Hurricane Season |
Disaster |
The 2013 Atlantic hurricane season is approaching quickly, with several forecasters predicting an active one. The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) foresees 13 to 20 named storms, of ... |
| Winter Weather Precautions |
Resources |
Resources |
With a nor'easter approaching the same region hit by Superstorm Sandy, now is the time to ensure you are prepared snow and ice. |
| Managing Mold Risk Following Sandy |
Resources |
Resources |
Any structure or material that has been wet for more than 48 hours can potentially be impacted by mold. |
| After the Superstorm: Environmental Claims and Risk Management |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
Insureds that confirm or suspect pollution releases should examine their policies and provide notice to carriers. |
| Completing a Construction Project After a Catastrophe |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
Managing recovery from Sandy will require project management time and proactive leadership. |
| Eroded Flood Policy Limits? Alternative Solutions for Insurance Coverage |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Resources |
A significant issue in determining how coverage will apply will be the distinction between flood and storm surge within a particular policy. |
| Post-Loss Reconstruction Advisory Services: Superstom Sandy |
Resources |
Resources |
The Construction Consulting Practice, part of Marsh Risk Consulting’s Financial Advisory Services group, offers specialized reconstruction project management solutions following catastrophic eve... |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Superstorm Sandy |
Resources |
Resources |
Recovery from a catastrophic event such as Superstorm Sandy can be essential to your company’s finances, operations, and overall success. |
| Special Webcast: Managing Insurance Claims After Superstorm Sandy |
Resources |
Resources |
Our panelists will discuss the key insurance and recovery issues you may need to address in the wake of Sandy. |
| Responding to and Recovering From Superstorm Sandy |
Resources, Hurricane Season |
Alert |
The latest resources and guidance for Superstorm Sandy. |
| Real-Time Crisis Management |
Resources |
Solutions |
Our Real-Time Crisis Management team has extensive hands-on experience successfully supporting clients during some of the most severe, high-profile events. |
| Preparing for Hurricane Sandy |
Resources |
Alert |
Tips for action before, during, and after Hurricane Sandy. |
| Marsh Contacts: Hurricane Sandy |
Resources |
Contacts |
Marsh’s local dedicated claims teams and client executives can support clients in their business recovery if they are affected by a hurricane or other disaster. |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Hurricanes |
Resources |
Solutions |
Recovery from a catastrophic event such as a hurricane can be essential to your company's finances, operations, and overall success. Marsh's Forensic Accounting and Claims Services (FACS) Practice can... |
| 2012 Atlantic Hurricane Season: Are You Prepared? |
Resources |
Resources |
NOAA updates its Atlantic Hurricane forecast, expects 12 to 17 named storms. |
| 2012 Atlantic Hurricane Season: Are You Prepared? |
Resources |
Alert |
NOAA updates its Atlantic Hurricane forecast, expects 12 to 17 named storms. |
| Colorado Wildfires – Addressing Your Risks |
Resources |
Alert |
Dozens of wildfires, fueled by hot temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity, have been affecting parts of Colorado in what has been described as the worst fire season in the history of the state. |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Tornadoes |
Resources |
Solutions |
Recovery from a catastrophic event such as a tornado can be essential to your company’s finances, operations, and overall success. Marsh Risk Consulting’s Forensic Accounting and Claims Se... |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Floods |
Resources |
Solutions |
Recovery from a catastrophic event such as a flood can be essential to your company’s finances, operations, and overall success. Marsh Risk Consulting’s Forensic Accounting and Claims Serv... |
| Strong Tornadoes Hit Dallas-Fort Worth Area |
Resources |
Alert |
As of Wednesday, April 4, thousands of homes and businesses were still without power. |
| Severe Weather Continues in Midwestern and Southern U.S. |
Resources |
Alert |
As of Friday, March 2, the National Weather Service had tornado and storm warnings and watches in effect for a number of states through the evening. |
| Series of Earthquakes Strike New Zealand, Additional Aftershocks Likely |
New Zealand Earthquake (February 2011) |
Alert |
Moderate damage and injuries have been reported, but local authorities have warned that additional aftershocks over the next several days are likely. |
| Preparing for a Business Interruption Insurance Claim |
Resources |
Alert |
Take these steps in preparing a business interruption insurance claim to help expedite loss recovery. |
| 5.6-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Oklahoma, Modest Damage Reported |
Resources |
Alert |
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake hit central Oklahoma on November 5, causing damaging homes, buildings, and roads but resulting in no major injuries or deaths. |
| Snowstorm Causes Power Outages, Transportation Disruptions Throughout Northeast |
Resources |
Alert |
More than 2 million customers were still without electricity as of Monday, October 31; utilities warned that some outages could remain for several days. |
| Tropical Storm Rina Brings Heavy Rain, Winds to Mexico |
Resources |
Alert |
Organizations with interests in areas affected by Rina should continue to monitor local news and advisories from the Mexican Secretariat of Governance and local agencies. |
| Thailand Hit by Worst Flooding in 50 Years |
Resources |
Alert |
The floods have affected more than two million people and caused major damage to infrastructure, including rail and road transport. |
| Earthquakes: Post-Event Assessments and Claims Preparation |
Resources |
Resources |
Organizations with operations near the center of an earthquake should be mindful of the possibility of aftershocks. While aftershocks are typically of lower magnitude than the initial event, that is n... |
| 7.2-Magnitude Earthquake in Turkey Kills Hundreds, Damages Thousands of Buildings |
Resources |
Alert |
As of October 24, several hundred people were estimated to have been killed by the earthquake; several thousands of buildings have been damaged or destroyed. Complete casualty and damage estimates wil... |
| Hurricanes: Managing Service Interruption Risks |
Resources |
Solutions |
Depending on their strength and path, tropical storms and hurricanes have the potential to cause power outages and other service interruptions. In some cases, this disruptions can last for several day... |
| Vacant Buildings and Occupancies: Hurricane and Tropical Storm Considerations |
Resources |
Alert |
In the current down economy, property owners and managers have seen a high number of vacant properties in their portfolios. Asset protection for vacant buildings and occupancies presents a unique chal... |
| Hurricanes and Tropical Storms: Hospitality and Gaming Considerations |
Resources |
Alert |
Having clear, actionable plans in place before a hurricane or tropical storm strikes can help your hotel, restaurant, or casino minimize damage to people and property and recover as quickly as possibl... |
| Potential Impacts of Hurricanes on Construction Projects – A Little Preparation Goes a Long Way |
Resources |
Alert |
Over the past several years there has been an increase in construction projects along the Eastern seaboard of the United States – commercial, residential, and industrial. As many projects ... |
| Recovering from Irene’s Flooding |
Resources |
Alert |
Irene’s path along the East coast of the United States has caused significant damage in a number of areas, including massive flooding. |
| Preparing for and Responding to Hurricane Irene |
Resources |
Alert |
As Hurricane Irene approaches the East coast of the United States, clients with business interests in potentially affected regions should begin planning for the storm’s effects as soon as possib... |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment & Business Recovery Management: FEMA Claims Support for Public Entities |
Resources |
Solutions |
Successful recovery from a catastrophic, bottom line impacting event is essential to your public entity’s community, employees, finances, and operations. Marsh’s Forensic Accounting and Cl... |
| Mid-Atlantic Earthquake: Post-Event Recovery and Claim Considerations |
Resources |
Alert |
While no significant infrastructure damage has been reported as a result of the 5.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Virginia and Washington, D.C., the quake has impacted the operations of businesses ... |
| Catastrophic Response Services |
Resources |
Solutions |
Companies need to be prepared for catastrophic events with a response plan that recognizes various types of impacts and with appropriate resources to manage the recovery.
Marsh's Catastrophic Respons... |
| Business Interruption Services |
Resources |
Solutions |
Business Interruption (BI) is a complex, "enterprise-wide" issue that often has a much different meaning to people in senior management, risk management, and operations. For example, optimized supply ... |
| Supply Chain Resiliency |
Resources |
Solutions |
Today’s global supply chains are delivering products and
services to market better, faster, and cheaper than ever before.
Yet advances such as just in time manufacturing, single
sourcing, and... |
| Irene Weakens After Path Through U.S. and Canada |
Resources |
Alert |
As of 5 am EDT on Monday, August 29, Irene was a post-tropical cyclone with its center approximately 100 miles northwest of Houlton, Maine, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center.
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| Financial Reporting Implications of Disasters |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
The March 11, 2011 9.0 magnitude earthquake that struck off Japan’s northeastern coast, triggering a tsunami that reached as far as California, caused significant loss of life and devastating da... |
| Grimsvötn Volcanic Eruption |
Resources |
Resources |
Iceland’s Grimsvötn volcano erupted on Saturday, May 21, generating an ash plume over Iceland that could spread to the U.K. and elsewhere in the coming days.
Effect on Air Traffic
The V... |
| Severe Weather Causes Damage in Southern United States |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Dozens of tornadoes triggered heavy winds, rain, and lightning throughout the southern and southeastern regions of the United States last week, causing widespread property damage and killing at least ... |
| Supply Chain Management: When the Chain Disintegrates (JapaneseVersion) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
This article addresses several key questions about supply chain disruptions. |
| Evaluating the Marine Market Following the Devastation in Japan |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Our market insight explores the effect the Japanese earthquake and tsunami may have on the marine insurance market. |
| MRC's Natural Hazards Risk Advisory — Northeastern Japan Earthquake Update |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Estimates issued by AIR Worldwide, EQECAT and Risk Management Solutions suggest insured losses could be between USD12 billion and USD34 billion. There are fears the death toll could now exceed 27,000 ... |
| Supply Chain Management: When the Chain Disintegrates (Chinese Version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
This article addresses several key questions about supply chain disruptions. |
| Financial Reporting Implications of Disasters |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
The disruption to business activity in the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan prompts several financial reporting implications. |
| Japan Earthquake Nuclear Damage Claims FAQ |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
Radiation is an inescapable part of everyday life. Everyone receives an annual radiation dose from sources that include the sun and naturally occurring radioactive material in the earth and in certain... |
| Japan Earthquake and Tsunami: Casualty Considerations |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
The March 11, 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan (the “Event”1) have caused unprecedented damage to that country and its people. A significant amount of property damage has occurred, and... |
| Webcast, Thursday, March 31: Supply Chain Crisis: Navigating Business Interruption Coverage and Claims After the Japanese Earthquake |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
On Thursday, March 31, from 2:00 to 3:15 (EDT), Business Insurance will host a special Webcast: Supply Chain Crisis: Navigating Business Interruption Coverage and Claims After the Japanese Earthquake. |
| Infrastructure |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Japan’s earthquake has caused damage to the infrastructure of the North-Eastern region of Japan. This region is an area with a high earthquake risk and most infrastructure such as buildings, roa... |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Japan Earthquake and Tsunami (Japanese Version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
FACS Post Loss Damage Assessment in Japanese. |
| Risk Alert: Global Supply Chains to Suffer Extensive Disruption After Japan Quake |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Organizations that rely on Japanese manufacturers for goods and services need to prepare for an extended disruption to global supply chains resulting from the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, accordin... |
| Risk Alert: Radiation in Japanese Produce Raises Supply Chain Issues |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
"The current situation in Japan demonstrates how food safety has become complicated in the age of global supply chains,” noted Katherine Cahill, managing director, Marsh Global Product Risk Prac... |
| Evaluating the Marine Market Following the Devastation in Japan |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Our market insight explores the effect the Japanese earthquake and tsunami may have on the marine insurance market. |
| Webcast, Thursday, March 31: Supply Chain Crisis: Navigating Business Interruption Coverage and Claims After the Japanese Earthquake |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
On Thursday, March 31, from 2:00 to 3:15 (EDT), Business Insurance will host a special Webcast: Supply Chain Crisis: Navigating Business Interruption Coverage and Claims After the Japanese Earthquake... |
| Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Disaster |
March 25, 2011 — We've updated the site with several additional Japanese and Chinese translations of content, relevant Marsh services and ongoing coverage of the nuclear crisis. |
| Business Continuity Planning Services (Japanese) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Solutions |
Business Continuity Management planning is a critical aspect to any company’s risk management program. This document outlines the approach and services offered by Marsh Risk Consulting to help c... |
| News Release: Japan Earthquake: Global Supply Chains to Suffer Extensive Disruption (Chinese version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Organizations need to prepare for the possibility of an extended disruption to global supply chains resulting from the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Marsh warned. |
| Business Continuity Training Services (Japanese) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Solutions |
This document outlines the services that Marsh Risk Consulting provides around effective BCM training to help companies more effectively respond to a crisis, including emergency response, crisis commu... |
| Post-Loss Reconstruction Advisory Services: Catastrophic Events |
Resources |
Solutions |
Marsh Risk Consulting’s (MRC) Construction Consulting Practice offers specialized reconstruction project management solutions following this earthquake and tsunami. |
| Canadian Food Inspection Agency |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Dedicated to safeguarding food, animals and plants, which enhances the health and well-being of Canada's people, environment and economy. |
| U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
FDA U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Protecting and Promoting Your Health |
| U.S. Environmental Protection Agency |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency |
| State Food and Drug Administration SFDA (China) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
State Food and Drug Administration SFDA (China) |
| Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (Japan) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (Japan) |
| General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (China) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (China) |
| Food Standards Australia/New Zealand |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
We are a bi-national Government agency. Our main responsibility is to develop and administer the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code (the Code), which lists requirements for foods such as additi... |
| Food Standards Agency (United Kingdom) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Food Standards Agency
Safer Food, Better Business |
| Food Safety and Standards Authority of India |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has been established under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 as a statutory body for laying down science based standards for articles of food and... |
| Centre for Food Safety (Hong Kong) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Centre for Food Safety
The Government of the Hong Kong Special Adminiistrative Region |
| Marsh Client Advisor: Food Safety Radiation Exposure Management |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Japan's food supply is coming under heavy scrutiny worldwide as elevated radiation amounts — though not yet at a level harmful to human health — have been detected in spinach and milk, amo... |
| Form for Organizing Claims Information |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
This document is intended to help clients identify impacts from events, to provide a basis for discussion on potential claim items, and assist in determining how a claim might be presented for various... |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Japan Earthquake and Tsunami (Chinese Version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
FACS Post Loss Damage Assessment in Chinese. |
| Key Provisions of Japanese Legislation Covering Liability for Nuclear Damages |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
These two documents include the full text of the Japan Nuclear Damage Compensation Act and the Act on Indemnity Agreements for Compensation of Nuclear Damage. |
| News Release: Japan Earthquake: Global Supply Chains to Suffer Extensive Disruption (Japanese version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Organizations need to prepare for the possibility of an extended disruption to global supply chains resulting from the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Marsh warned. |
| 10 Point Action Plan for Clients - Early Stages (Japanese Version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
This is the Japanese language version of our 10 Point Action Plan for Clients. |
| Supply Chain Insurance and Risk Consulting |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Solutions |
Today’s dramatically changing business environment has created new risks for organizations, which in turn has created a greater awareness of supply chain exposures and the need for viable soluti... |
| Risk Alert #2: Japan Earthquake (Japanese Version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
This is the Japanese language version of our recent Risk Alert, which discusses the situation in Japan. |
| Flood: A Universal Peril |
Resources |
Resources |
While there is no way for a company to completely remove the threat of a flood occurring, there are several low-cost mitigation techniques a business can employ before, during, and after a flood that ... |
| Food Safety: FDA Q&A |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
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| Travel.State.Gov |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Travel Warnings are issued when long-term, protracted conditions that make a country dangerous or unstable lead the State Department to recommend that Americans avoid or consider the risk of trav... |
| NISA |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Nuclear and Industrial Safety Agency |
| Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |
| Risk Alert #2: Japan Earthquake (Chinese Version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
This is the Chinese language version of our recent Risk Alert, which discusses the situation in Japan. |
| Marsh News Release: Japan Earthquake: Global Supply Chains to Suffer Extensive Disruption |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Organizations need to prepare for the possibility of an extended disruption to global supply chains resulting from the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Marsh warned today. Thousands of multinational c... |
| Risk Alert: Japan Earthquake (Japanese Version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
This is the Japanese language version of our recent Risk Alert, which discusses the situation in Japan. |
| Risk Alert: Japan Earthquake (Chinese version) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
This is the Chinese language version of our recent Risk Alert, which discusses the situation in Japan. |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Japan Earthquake and Tsunami |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
The March 11, 2011 9.0 magnitude earthquake that struck off Japan’s northeastern coast, triggering a tsunami that reached as far as the U.S. mainland, caused significant loss of life and devasta... |
| Claims Communication Update |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
The March 11 earthquake and resulting tsunami and nuclear problems in Japan have led to enormous loss of life, mental trauma, physical devastation, and economic turmoil. First and foremost, our though... |
| 10 Point Action Plan for Clients - Early Stages |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Japanese Earthquake & Tsunami
The following steps are for guidance only. Any claim will be considered on the merits of
the facts, the specific policy(ies) and insurers’ interpretation of t... |
| Japan's Nuclear Plants Affected by Earthquake |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
March 14, 2011 — Eleven reactors at four sites near Japan’s northeast coast were shut down per seismic emergency procedures, following the 9.0 magnitude that struck last week.
Five reacto... |
| Supply Chain Management: When the Chain Disintegrates |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
Key questions for supply chain disruptions include: Are we learning from past behaviors, successes, and mistakes? Are legacy resiliency management strategies responding adequately to a rapid successio... |
| Risk Alert: Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Disaster |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
Japan continues to recover from a massive 9.0 magnitude earthquake that struck off its northeastern coast on Friday, March 11, triggering a tsunami that affected regions as distant as the California c... |
| Marsh Client Advisor: Earthquake’s Impact on Japan’s Nuclear Plants |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
In response to the magnitude 9.0 earthquake just offshore Japan’s northeastern coast, eleven reactors at four sites in closest proximity were automatically or manually shut down per seismic emer... |
| Nuclear Energy Liability Regime Comparison Summary |
Resources |
Resources |
United States & Japan March 13, 2011 by Shannon Moyer, CPCU, ARM, Vice President |
| Suggested Property Damage/Extra Expense Recordkeeping |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
This document outlines 10 steps companies should take to assess losses from property damages. |
| Massive Earthquake Causes Damage in Japan |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
A 9.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of northeastern Japan today, triggering a massive tsunami, according to the Japanese Meteorological Agency.
It is too early to assess total damage... |
| ANS Nuclear Cafe - All Things Nuclear |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
An 8.9 magnitude earthquake is affecting nuclear power stations in Japan. ANS Nuclear Cafe begins at | 0800 | 2011 03 11 | a media clip service on breaking news about the status of nuclear energy faci... |
| American Nuclear Society Backgrounder: Japanese Earthquake/Tsunami; Problems with Nuclear Reactors |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
To begin, a sense of perspective is needed… right now, the Japanese earthquake/tsunami is clearly a catastrophe; the situation at impacted nuclear reactors is, in the words of IAEA, an "Acciden... |
| Risk Alert: Japan Earthquake |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Alert |
A magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck off of Japan’s northeastern coast at 2:46pm local time on Friday, 11 March 2011. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Hawaii said a tsunami warning was in effe... |
| Business Continuity Risk Management Solutions |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Solutions |
The scope, type, and frequency of disruptive events have changed dramatically in the last 10 years. ‘Traditional’ and emerging risks can damage an organization’s financial health and... |
| Forensic Accounting and Claims Services |
Resources |
Solutions |
Recovery from a catastrophic event such as a weather-related disaster, earthquake, terrorist attack, fire, or structural collapse can be essential to your company’s finances, operations, reputat... |
| Natural Disasters: Crisis Preparedness and Response |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Solutions |
The impact of an earthquake, hurricane, tsunami, or other natural disaster can be devastating to an area, its economy, and its people. Damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure—on top of t... |
| Post-Loss Damage Assessment and Business Recovery Management: Earthquakes |
Resources |
Solutions |
Recovery from a catastrophic event such as an earthquake can be essential to your company’s finances, operations, and overall success. Marsh’s Forensic Accounting and Claims Services (FACS... |
| Claims: How to Respond to an Earthquake |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
The impact of an earthquake, tsunami, or other natural disaster can affect a business and region for weeks, months, or even years. It is critical that impacted organizations take quick action to respo... |
| Claims: How to Prepare for a Tsunami |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Insights |
While there is currently no proven means of predicting when a tsunami will be triggered and its possible force, organizations can take some measures to limit losses in tsunami-prone areas. This includ... |
| U.S. Geological Survey |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
The USGS is a science organization that provides impartial information on the health of our ecosystems and environment, the natural hazards that threaten us, the natural resources we rely on, the impa... |
| Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (NOAA's National Weather Service) |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Get current information from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Adminstration's National Weather Service. |
| Marsh Japan |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Marsh Japan Website, a resource for local information. |
| Marsh Asia |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Marsh Asia Website, a resource for regional information. |
| Guy Carpenter CAT Central |
Japan Earthquake (March 2011) |
Related Sites |
Guy Carpenter provides regular bulletins on the global impact of major natural catastrophes and man-made events. |
| New Zealand Earthquake (February 2011) |
New Zealand Earthquake (February 2011) |
Disaster |
On 22 February, New Zealand’s third largest city, Christchurch, was struck by a 6.3-magnitude earthquake. The quake has caused extensive damage to buildings, roads, and water systems, and follow... |
| Marsh Client Alert: Christchurch Earthquake (February 2011) |
New Zealand Earthquake (February 2011) |
Alert |
On 22 February, New Zealand’s third largest city, Christchurch, was struck by a 6.3-magnitude earthquake. The quake has caused extensive damage to buildings, roads, and water systems. Several af... |
| Hospitals, Transportation, Retailers Among Industries Affected by Bed Bug Infestation |
Resources |
Resources |
The U.S. bed bug infestation has now affected a multitude of industries, including hospitals, campus dormitories, homeless shelters, public transportation, retailers, movie theatres, and hotels, accor... |