(Come back later today for Part 2 and an in-depth look at more Data Center issues.)

NEW YORK CITY-It should really come as no surprise that the US is the safest base for data centers. So says a newly released report from Cushman & Wakefield, which conducted the survey in conjunction with consulting engineering firm hurleypalmerflatt and telecommunications consultant Source8. The Data Center Risk Index 2013 evaluates risks likely to affect the successful operation of data-center facilities in the 30 most important global markets.

But questions remain. Questions such as how safe is safe in this Post-September 11 world?

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John Salustri

John Salustri has covered the commercial real estate industry for nearly 25 years. He was the founding editor of GlobeSt.com, and is a four-time recipient of the Excellence in Journalism award from the National Association of Real Estate Editors.