Floods
Minor or area flooding on campus could occur as a result of major multiple rainstorms, a water main break, or loss of power to sump pumps. Safety and Security monitors National Weather Service and other emergency advisory systems to be on the alert for imminent, weather-related flooding and will provide instructions should they be necessary.
For imminent or actual flooding
1. Only if you can safely do so:
- Secure vital equipment, records, and other important papers. Report all hazardous materials (chemical, biological, and/or radioactive to Environmental Health and Safety). Move to higher, safer ground.
- Shut off all electrical equipment. Secure all laboratory experiments.
2. Do not attempt to drive or walk through flooded areas.
3. Wait for further instructions on immediate action from Safety and Security.
Do not return to your building if you have been evacuated by flooding until you have been instructed to do so by a College official.
If you are assisting with flood cleanup, report immediately to Environmental Health and Safety any oil, chemical, or radioactive materials suspected of mixing with flood waters.
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