Flood Procedures

The campus area is prone to occasional flooding on the east and west ends of the campus very infrequently, but especially during a massive rainfall. Flooding of these areas may result in the declaration of a flood emergency. Flood emergencies can result in the partial or full evacuation of residence halls or classrooms, including student and staff parking lots.

During potential flooding conditions, Campus Safety and Security staff monitors all reports of flooding through consultation with the WEMA and other local and state emergency response agencies. If conditions or reports warrant, a flood emergency will be declared and students, faculty, and staff will be directed to move vehicles and/or evacuate parts of the campus.

All efforts to communicate the evacuations in a timely manner will be made. However, in the event of sudden flooding, such as during a flash flood, notification may not allow for much, if any time, to move vehicles or personal belongings. When instructed to move a vehicle or evacuate a building or area, do so immediately.

The decision to implement evacuations will be based upon campus needs, with the overall goal to be the preservation of life, and then property. As with any campus emergency, the administration will do all it can to inform and update students, faculty, and staff. During emergencies, do your best to monitor all campus communications.