Weather Emergencies

Facilities is equipped with a weather alert station which is on at all times.

Report any injury/damage to the Campus Police dispatcher at (304) 367-4357. Provide as much information as possible to respond to the emergency.

WATCH: Conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather. Everyone should closely monitor the weather station radio or computer as the situation progresses.

WARNING: Severe weather has actually been observed, and there is an imminent threat. Listen closely to instructions provided by weather radios/emergency officials.

THUNDERSTORMS:

• Frequently have high winds, cloud to ground lightening, heavy rain, and can produce tornados.
• STAY AWAY from windows and draw shades or blinds to reduce injury from flying glass.
• Minimize use of electric appliances.

SNOW:

• Monitor media announcements.
• For official information and full details check the web site.
• The Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center follows the same closings/delay schedule as the main campus.
• In the event of a 2-hour delay, classes scheduled before 10:00 a.m. will be canceled. All classes starting at 10:00 a.m. or later will operate on their normal schedule. Staff members are to report as close to their normal start times as possible.
• USE GOOD JUDGMENT WHEN DECIDING IF YOU CAN ARRIVE ON CAMPUS SAFELY.

TORNADOS:

• Alert system will be activated when there is a TORNADO WARNING, and you should SEEK SHELTER IMMEDIATELY in designated shelter locations.
• Stay away from windows and doors to prevent injury from glass or other flying objects.
• DO NOT go outdoors to see the storm.
• If you are in a vehicle, seek shelter in a building, ditch, or other safe place. Automobiles are very dangerous during high winds.
• Once the storm has cleared, notify Campus Police at (304) 367-4357 of any damages or injuries.

FLOODS:

• Secure vital equipment, records, and chemicals. Shut off all electrical equipment. Secure all laboratory experiments.
• Move to HIGHER, SAFER GROUND.
• DO NOT return to your building unless you have been instructed to do so by the Campus Police Department or emergency personnel.
• If flood water rises, DO NOT attempt to wade or travel through the water. Even small amounts of water can be very dangerous.

My designated shelter for tornado warning is: