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Emergency Building Evacuation Procedures

In the event of an emergency that may require the evacuation of a campus building, the following procedure is recommended.

  • Telephone 911 and advise the police dispatcher of your location. The use of 911 routinely identifies the location of the caller. Even if the caller is unable to speak, the police (who already will be aware of the building emergency) will automatically surmise that the caller is in trouble and will respond accordingly.

  • If you are in no immediate danger, remain where you are and wait for emergency personnel to arrive.

  • If you are in immediate danger or wish to leave, go to the closest enclosed exit stairway. Unlike municipalities, Purdue police and firefighters are familiar with our buildings and alarm systems.

    You also are encouraged to carry a sounding device, such as a whistle, to alert emergency personnel of your location.