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Severe Weather:
Tornado:
A tornado watch means tornados could develop and a tornado warning
means a tornado has been sighted. If a tornado warning is issued,
DPS will sound the tornado siren (a 3 minute continuous siren).
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In
most buildings, the shelter area is posted. It is generally
the lowest level of the building. Go to the basement or
to an inside hallway at the lowest level.
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If
a basement is unavailable, get under a piece of sturdy
furniture such as a workbench or heavy table or desk
on a lower floor in
the building.
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Stay
away from windows and doors. Keep away from overhead fixtures,
filing cabinets, bookcases
and electrical
equipment.
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Avoid
upper level floors, auditoriums, cafeterias or areas with
large wide span roofs.
Thunderstorm, hail and lightning:
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Remain
inside and away from windows, water faucets, sinks and
bathtubs.
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Do
not use telephones and unplug computers, televisions and
other appliances/equipment that could be
damaged if
struck by
lightening.
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If
outdoors do not seek shelter under a tree. Find a low spot
that is away from trees, fences,
poles
and is not prone
to flooding
(i.e., drainage ditches).
Winter weather advisories:
University personnel in conjunction with Washtenaw County Emergency
Operations monitor then weather closely. If conditions warrant
closing the University,
only the President or his/her designee makes that decision. Notification
of the cancellation is communicated by the following:
| Local radio stations |
WEMU 89.1 FM, WJR 760 AM, WWJ 950 AM, WAAM |
| Local TV stations Channels |
2, 4, 7, 50, 62 |
| EMU Website |
www.emich.edu |
| EMU Newsline |
734.487-2460 |
| EMU DPS |
734.487-1222 |
| EMU Switchboard |
734.487-1849 |
Flooding:
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If flood warnings/watches have been issued, stay away from low-lying
areas, head for higher ground.
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If
evacuation of the area is warranted, follow the suggested
evacuation routes. If
you run into floodwaters turn around and
find another way to leave the area.
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Listen to the radio for updated and current information on
the situation and the best places to take
shelter.
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