The Library Journal
has published an article
on how libraries in the path of Hurricane Sandy have been impacted by the
superstorm. While part of the article discusses the damage to facilities and
loss of power, much of the article speaks to the importance of libraries as open
public spaces. According to author Sarah Bayliss, "[…]
public libraries are unofficial but critical places of refuge for people during
times of disaster." Libraries in New Jersey and New York have been providing the
public with Internet access and a place to charge electronics. Many libraries have
also added extra children’s programming and family movie viewings. The CEO of
Queens Library has stated that staff members are on hand to "help people with
any kind of FEMA applications and other services" that they may need in order
to begin the recovery process.
In the aftermath of the superstorm, libraries
have brought members of the community together. To find out more about how
libraries have been affected by Hurricane Sandy, read the LJ article or view the School Library Journal's photo gallery.
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