Emergency Information & Planning

Tornado

If there is a tornado warning signal – a steady tone of 3-5 minutes –  proceed to the nearest shelter area – see building/floor evacuation routes and shelter areas indicated on floor plans posted in each campus building.

YOU SHOULD:

1. Take cover immediately.
2. DO NOT use telephone to obtain further information – keep phone lines open. Authorities will broadcast available information on radio and television.
3. If you are unfamiliar with campus, follow others to shelter.
4. If students or visitors are with you, take them with you as you move to shelter.
5. If you see a tornado and a warning has not yet sounded, call 911.

General Guidelines in Case of Tornado:

• Keep away from doors and windows.
• DO NOT remain on top floor of any multi-story building.
• Restrooms, stairwells and interior hallways are good shelters; basements are best.
• If you become trapped in your office or a building, stay away from windows and crawl under any sturdy object, such as a desk or conference table, and protect your head and eyes.
• If you cannot hear warning signal in a building, report and/or call SCSU Public Safety (308-3333).