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      Frequently Asked Questions

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      Weather Closures

      Is the University Closed? Delayed? What to Know When Storms Strike

      What do I do?

      What do I do if I am instructed to Shelter in Place?

      What do I do if the fire alarm goes off?

      What do I do if the power goes out?

      What do I do if I am stuck in an elevator?

      What do I do if I hear gunshots?

      What do I do if I smell smoke or see flames?

      What do I do if I receive a suspicious or leaking package or letter?

      What do I do if I receive a bomb threat?

      What do I do if the building gets flooded?

      What do I do if I smell natural gas or other odors?

      What do I do if there’s an animal in the building?

      What do I do if I see someone with a gun?

      What do I do if I get bitten/scratched by a wild animal?

      Communications

      How do I update my TigerAlert (formerly PTENS) information?

      What if I have a question about TigerAlerts (formerly PTENS)?

      How do I report an emergency?

      What happened to the SNOW line?

      Training

      Where can I sign up for training about emergency preparedness?

      Where can I get training on using a fire extinguisher?

      Emergency Equipment

      What are the blue light towers around campus?

      Where are Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) located on campus?

      What should I have in an emergency kit?

      Emergency Plans & Contacts

      Where can I find out who the emergency coordinator is for my building?

      Where is the designated assembly area for my building?

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