Emergency Management News

As the calendar turns, the threats shift from winter hazards to springtime severe weather for Pennsylvania. Severe weather can happen at any time of the year, and it is critical to ensure that you know how to prepare.

A good safety initiative is to become a good neighbor to the elderly.

The Pennsylvania State Police Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) will conduct a breaching training exercise in Foster Dining Hall on February 26, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. During this training time, you will see heavy police presence in the area and could possibly hear explosives.

With winter fully upon us, reduced visibility and hazardous road conditions make for a dangerous season for vehicles and pedestrians. These tips can help prevent an accident from occurring on our campus.

The National Weather Service has provided a “heads up” of a blast of Arctic air that will bring freezing temperatures in the upcoming week, January 29–February 1, 2019. Remember these tips to protect your health and stay safe.

Rapidly plunging temperatures are expected following this weekend’s major winter system. Sub-zero wind chills can cause frostbite and hypothermia. The way to avoid frostbite and hypothermia is to plan for extreme cold before it arrives. Don’t get caught unprepared.

With the frigid temperatures and recent snow fall, it’s safeto say that Old Man Winter has arrived! And that can bring hazards. Whether you arewalking or driving during the winter months, it’s best to be prepared so youstay safe.

Theft tends to rise in the months of November and December, so please be sure to secure everything: vehicles, homes, and offices. These tips can help you protect your home during the holiday season from a Grinch (aka burglars).

With the holiday season in full swing, the Emergency Management Office is encouraging everyone to take precautions to ensure that they and their staff and families remain safe and injury-free throughout this festive time of year.

Before leaving for Thanksgiving break, the Emergency Management Office has prepared a list of reminders to promote safety in the residence halls, administrative offices, and off-campus housing.

A winter mix of freezing rain and sleet is expected to begin early Thursday morning and persist through much of the night before changing over to all snow late Thursday/early Friday. Please pay close attention to conditions and allow considerable time for commuting.

The IUP Emergency Management Office reminds you to travel safely and plan more driving time during the busy Thanksgiving holiday.

Daylight Savings Time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 4. As we prepare our clocks to “fall back” for the end of Daylight Savings Time, this is a chance to also prepare your home and family for fire and weather.

Active Shooter trainings for IUP employees will take placeon Wednesday, November 7, 2018. Two sessions will be offered, each lastingapproximately one hour.

All members of the IUP community are urged to continue to practice good personal safety habits this Halloween. Please do not hesitate to contact IUP Police or call 9-1-1 if you see suspicious or dangerous behaviors.

Due to recent events in the news, it is important that every employee handling or receiving mail can identify a suspicious letter or parcel. Although occurrences are rare, it is essential to know what to do when suspicious mail is received.

This week it is time to focus on financial and legal readiness. Supplies and communications may get more attention in the press, but lack of good planning in these areas can be just as debilitating.

Floods are the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States. Are you protected? Check your insurance policy today.

As part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s National Preparedness Month, the theme for the week of September 9–15 promotes the learning of life-saving skills and how they can keep you and your loved ones safe from all types of emergency disaster situations.

National Preparedness Month is designed to raise awareness and encourage Americans to take steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, schools, organizations, businesses, and places of worship. This year’s theme is “Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How,” and the first weekly theme is “Make and Practice Your Plan.”

The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a flash flood watch for Indiana County from Wednesday, August 1, through Friday, August 3. Rainfall totals of 1.5 to 2.5 inches are expected, with locally higher amounts possible.