Joplin District Rep: Don’t Use Hallways As Tornado Shelters
Had Joplin schools used hallways during the massive May 2011 tornado that struck Joplin, Mo., many lives would have been lost.
Had Joplin schools used hallways during the massive May 2011 tornado that struck Joplin, Mo., many lives would have been lost.
Be sure to also conduct shelter in place, severe weather sheltering and reverse evacuation drills.
Use a systematic approach and checklist to determine when to cancel classes and close campus.
As Hurricane Irene approaches, many who live along the East Coast, include 550,000 New York City inhabitants, are being ordered to temporarily leave their homes until the storm passes.
It is important to plan ahead for campus emergencies so that your mass notification efforts will reach the right people at the right time. This list of best practices can help you to accomplish your mass notification goals.
Take tornado preparedness seriously, even if you don’t have many in your region.
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Crisis response can be a weak spot for many campuses. Learn how to manage tasks, share response plans and maintain command and control over response teams during a crisis.
Learn how tools like mass notification systems coupled with the right emergency communication plan can help your organization achieve the speed and reach it needs to keep everyone safe and informed.
