Safety Message for September

How you can stay informed in case of dangerous weather or other emergency:

The safety of the UA community is a priority for the University. In case of inclement weather or other emergency, you will be notified using the following methods:

  • UA Alerts, which can simultaneously deploy text messages, emails and phone calls to your cellphone, office phone and home phone
  • The campus PA system, which is located in academic buildings and residence halls, and outdoors around the campus
  • Emails sent to students and employees
  • Media alerts through TV and radio stations and newspapers
  • The UA home page
  • Digital signage across campus
  • Marquees on the Crimson Ride buses
  • Campus cable network
  • Social media, including Facebook and Twitter

You will be notified that the emergency or dangerous situation has been resolved using some of these same methods to send the all-clear message. Updated information will be posted on the UA home page.

Reminders

  • Keep your contact information updated by following these instructions UA Alerts.
  • Please refrain from using your cellphone during an emergency on campus unless you are communicating with UAPD. Sending or receiving other calls, text messages or emails can hinder UA’s ability to quickly communicate critical information to you during an emergency.
  • Familiarize yourself with these quick safety tips.

In 2015, The University of Alabama was awarded accreditation by the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP). UA also has been certified by the National Weather Service as a StormReady University.