Hazardous Weather

TORNADO or SEVERE WEATHER WARNING

WHEN EMERGENCY SIRENS SOUND

Remain calm.
GO INSIDE immediately or STAY INSIDE.
Be alert for falling objects.
STAY AWAY FROM WINDOWS, MIRRORS, AND UNSECURED OBJECTS (bookcases, file cabinets, etc.)
If possible, PROCEED TO A BELOW GROUND-LEVEL OR CENTRAL HALLWAY OF THE BUILDING.
DO NOT USE THE ELEVATOR. Use the stairs.
Assist persons with disabilities to a safe area on the same floor.
If possible, monitor the National Weather Service (NWS).
AN END TO AN ALARM SIREN DOES NOT MEAN THE WARNING IS OVER. A SECOND SIREN IS NOT AN ALL CLEAR; INSTEAD IT MAY INDICATE AN ADDITIONAL WEATHER WARNING.
Remain in the safe area until the “all clear” is received or the NWS weather warning expires

PLAN AHEAD – Identify the appropriate place in your building to seek shelter should a tornado or severe weather occur.

EXPLOSION, TORNADO STRIKE or OTHER SUDDEN DAMAGE TO BUILDINGS

Remain calm.
Stay away from windows, mirrors, overhead fixtures, file cabinets, bookcases, and electrical equipment.
Be guided by emergency response personnel.
If evacuation is ordered, PROCEED TO A DESIGNATED EXIT.
Do not move seriously injured persons unless in obvious immediate danger (fire, building collapse, etc.)
OPEN DOORS CAREFULLY.
WATCH FOR FALLING OBJECTS.
DO NOT USE THE ELEVATOR. Use the stairs.
Assist persons with disabilities who need direction and/or assistance.
Once outside, MOVE AT LEAST 300 FEET FROM THE BUILDING to allow clear access for emergency personnel and place you out of the danger zone.
Notify emergency response personnel about anyone needing assistance.