Today at the University
Thu., March 5, 2009 21º F (-6º C)
Schedule InformationThe University is operating on a regular work schedule. Patient care services are being provided as usual. All bus routes are operating normally. For more information, call (434) 924-7669 or (434) 243-7669. |
Hazardous Weather OutlookFor local weather information go to the National Weather Service forecast for "Charlottesville, VA." |
Emergency Notification
Due to the size and complexity of the University and its grounds, we deploy multiple communications methods to reach as many people as possible.
You may hear about an emergency situation through:
- Fire alarm
- Siren
- UVa Alerts (text message and alternate email notification)
- University email
- LCD screens
- Public address system announcements (where available)
Keep informed on the situation with:
- UVa website
- Community website
- Local television and radio stations
Be Prepared to Act
Safety of our people is the highest priority. Knowing what to do in an emergency is critical to your safety:
- If you discover an emergency situation, call 911. Remain calm and use common sense.
- Depending on the situation, evacuate or shelter-in-place.
- Evacuate immediately upon request of authorities, upon hearing an alarm, or when remaining inside is dangerous or life-threatening.
- Stay inside and move to an interior room if exiting the building is dangerous.
- Make one phone call to your out of town family contact and be brief; do not use the telephone again unless it is a life-threatening emergency.
- Protect yourself. Do not jeopardize your life or the lives of others by attempting to save personal or University property.
- Assist others, but do not exceed your training or knowledge when attempting to render first aid.
- Follow instructions from authorities. Do not cross official police barriers without authorization.
- Limit travel; keep the roads free for emergency vehicles.
Emergency Procedures (PDF 64 KB)
For printable guidelines for what to do in case of an emergency download the Emergency Procedures Poster (PDF 64 KB).
Critical Incident Management Plan
The Critical Incident Management Plan (CIMP) guides the University’s response actions in any emergency incident affecting the University of Virginia. The CIMP is activated when an emergency affecting the University reaches proportions that cannot be handled by established measures. This emergency may be sudden and unforeseen, or there may be varying periods of warning. The CIMP is flexible to accommodate contingencies of all types, magnitude and duration.
The University of Virginia's Critical Incident Management Plan is available as a Web page and a PDF (PDF 220 KB).
U.Va. Mobile
The U.Va. mobile site now includes information about how to contact U.Va. Police, get home safely, and what to do in an emergency. If information about a critical event or emergency is published to the U.Va. home page, it will also be available on the U.Va. Mobile home page. The following safety information is now available on U.Va. Mobile:- U.Va. Police Emergency/Office numbers
- Blue-light phone information
- Safe Rides numbers and hours
- Yellow Cab ride reimbursement program information
- U.Va. Critical Alerts, if applicable
- Additional numbers and information from the Critical Incident web site.
State Resources
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
(804) 864-7001
Virginia Department of Health
(804) 864-7001
Ready Virginia.Gov
(866) 782-3470
National Resources
Ready.Gov
(202) 282-8000
Department of Homeland Security
(202) 282-8000
U.S. State Department Travel Warnings
(888) 407-4747
Pandemic Flu
(800) 232-4636
Dial 911 to Report
an Emergency
Sign up for U.Va. Alerts
Emergency Horns & Sirens
U.Va. utilizes audible signals to warn students, staff, and visitors on campus of impending emergency situations or hazardous conditions.
Emergency Siren
When you hear this siren you should immediately try to seek shelter in a secure location and follow any verbal instructions that accompany this alarm.
All Clear Horn
This horn indicates that it is now safe to resume normal activities on Grounds.
University Resources
University Police
Non-emergency dispatch: 977-9041
Inclement Weather Information / Instructions
(434) 924-SNOW or 243-SNOW
Crisis Intervention
(434) 924-5556 or (434) 243-5150
Student Health
after hours on-call number (434) 972-7004
Safe Ride
(434) 242-1122
Facilities Management Trouble Reporting
(434) 924-1777
Office of Environmental Health & Safety
(434) 982-4911
UVa Health System Emergency Management (Intranet Site)
Community Resources
Community Emergency Information
Blue Ridge Poison Center
(800) 222-1222
Thomas Jefferson Health Department
(434) 972-6219
Open House Crisis Hotline
(434) 295-TALK (8255)
Sexual Assault Resource Agency
Hotline: (434) 977-7273
Shelter for Help in Emergency
Hotline: (434) 293-8509
Charlottesville/Albemarle/University Emergency Communications Center (434) 971-1765
American Red Cross - Central Virginia Chapter (434) 979-7143
CERT: Community Emergency Response Team
(434) 971-1263