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PREPARATION FOR SEVERE WEATHER

The University of Dubuque is currently one of only TWO colleges and universities in the State of Iowa that has earned the "STORM READY" designation from the United States National Weather Service. This program requires that multiple plans and procedures be in place to be prepared for severe weather. These plans must include multiple methods to receive severe weather broadcasts of watches and warnings, as well as multiple means to communicate those watches and warnings to all persons on campus. We currently have 15 National Weather Service Emergency Weather Radios in various campus buildings including every residence hall. We are proud to advise you that we feel that we are very well prepared.

Strong thunderstorms and tornadoes occur in many parts of the world, but are most common in the United States. In an average year, 800 tornadoes are reported nationwide. An average of 80 deaths and more than 1,500 people are reported injured in the U.S. every year. A tornado is defined as a violently rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground. The most violent tornadoes are capable of widespread destruction with wind speeds of 250 mph or more.

Tornadoes are most likely to occur between 3PM and 9 PM, but have occurred during all hours of the day and night. The "average" tornado moves from southwest to northeast, but tornadoes can move in any direction. The average forward speed for a tornado is 30 mph, but can vary from nearly stationary to 70 mph.

Please be aware of the following types of severe weather advisories issued by the National Weather Service:

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH: Severe thunderstorms are possible in your area. Thunderstorms are defined as severe if they produce winds in excess of 58 mph, and/or produce hail ¾ of an inch in diameter or larger.

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING: Severe thunderstorms are occurring, or imminent. Keep in mind that tornadoes occasionally develop in areas where severe thunderstorm watches or warnings are in effect. Remain alert to signs of an approaching tornado and seek shelter if threatening conditions exist.

A TORNADO WATCH: Tornadoes are possible in the area. Remain alert for approaching storms. Be prepared to move to a safe location.

A TORNADO WARNING: A tornado has been sighted, or is imminent. If a tornado warning has been issued for your area, move to your pre-designated place of safety.

If you are on campus when a tornado warning has been issued, you should move to the lower level of whatever building you are in. DO NOT go outside to check the weather. If an underground area is not available, move to an interior room or hallway on the lowest floor. Crouch down against a wall or get under a sturdy piece of furniture. Auditoriums, gymnasiums, and other structures with high, wide-span roofs do not offer good protection. Stay away from windows and exterior doors.

If you are outdoors, DO NOT attempt to outrun a tornado in a bus, truck, or car; instead, abandon it for a strong building. If you are on the road, remember that overpasses offer little protection from tornadoes and should not be used as shelters. If caught in the open, take cover in a ditch or low spot. Remember, this will not provide the same protection as a sturdy building. Occasionally, tornadoes develop so rapidly that advance warning is not possible. Remain alert for signs of an approaching tornado.

FLYING DEBRIS FROM TORNADOES CAUSES MOST DEATHS AND INJURIES.

(SOURCE: NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE)

SEVERE WEATHER LOCATIONS
FOR UD BUILDINGS

1. SCIENCE CENTER GOLDTHORP WING
   Lower level-center of main building. Keep all classroom doors closed.
2. PETERS COMMMONS
   Lower level-hallway near post office and in restrooms. Stay away from all windows.
3. SEVERANCE HALL
   Lower level-hallway to print room (NOT in print room)
   Lower level-basement on Peter Commons side (if available)
   If time allows, move to shelter in either Peters Commons or the library.
4. MYERS LIBRARY
   Lower level
5. MYERS TEACHING AND ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER
   Lower level
6. BLADES HALL
   Lower level hallway and lower hallway near elevator
7. ALUMNI HALL
   Evacuate if possible to lower level of Blades Hall.
   If time does not permit, move to the south portion of the room away from all windows.
8. DUNLAP TECHNOLOGY CENTER
   Evacuate to Blades Hall, lower level if time permits.
   If time does not permit, move to the area under the stairwell next to technology offices.
9. STOLTZ SPORTS CENTER AND McCORMICK GYMNASIUM
   Lower level near racquetball courts near Knox Coit room
10. SMITH HALL
    Lower level hallway between room 104 and 108 (stay between hallway doors)
11. VAN VLIET HALL
    Lower level (make sure to keep office doors closed to keep broken glass out of the hallway)
12. MAINTENANCE BUILDING
    Evacuate the building if time permits; if no time is available, proceed to bathrooms and keep the doors closed.
13. AIRPORT ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
    All faculty, staff, students and visitors that are at the airport at the time of a severe weather warning for a tornado have two options:
    1. If time allows, proceed to the bathrooms in the airport terminal building.
    2. If time does not permit, proceed to the bathrooms in the main administrative building, just down the hall from the flight dispatch desk.
14. POTTERVELD BUILDINGS
    In each building, proceed to lower level, near washer and dryers.
15. PARK VILLAGE
    In each building, proceed to the lower level laundry room.
16. SEMINARY VILLAGE
    In each building or apartment, proceed to the basement, keeping away from windows.
17. CASSAT HALL
    Proceed to lower level hallway staying away from all windows.
18. DONNELL HALL
    Proceed to lower level hallway staying away from all windows.
19. AITCHISON HALL
    Proceed to lower level, to either side of the RA office staying away from main entrance windows.
20. NURSING AND ROTC BUILDINGS
    Proceed to the basement staying away from any windows in the walls and attempt to get under any sturdy furniture you may find.

For more information contact Security at Ext. 3333 or the Compliance Dept. at Ext. 3808

Rev. 08/01/06

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