Emergency Guide - Utility Failure
If a power interruption occurs:
- Remain calm
- Turn off any unnecessary appliances, computers, office equipment, tools, etc. Leave lights on as an indicator of the return of power.
- Provide assistance to individuals not familiar with the area.
- Remain inside and in the immediate area. Evacuate only if told by authorities to do so.
- During an extended power outage, call Facilities at 755-4700 for a status report.
Many campus buildings are equipped with backup power (generator power), which will either completely or partially restore power to the buildings.