It was about a year ago that New Jersey was hit by hurricane Irene. Many businesses and residents lost important documents during this storm. Protecting your business contents as well as the building space is vital for survival. Continuity of operating your business will depend on the emergency preparations you take before a disaster. Here are some sites with helpful tips on preparing for a disaster, such as business continuity plan for small business from the NJ Department of Homeland Security: www.njhomelandsecurity.gov. Other resources include:www.ready.gov; www.floodsmart.gov; www.fema.gov and www.irs.gov.