SHELTER IN PLACE

"Shelter in place" simply means seeking immediate shelter inside a campus building or residence hall. This course of action may need to be taken during an accidental release of toxic chemicals to the outside air. The air quality may be threatened, and sheltering in place keeps you inside an area that offers more protection.

Means of Alert

• Severe weather alert sirens.
• Radio or television.
• You observe or sense dangerous air conditions.
• You receive notification from residence hall staff or building deputies.

Additional Actions

• Close all doors and windows to the outside.
• Do not use elevators because they may pump air into or out of the building.
• If possible, close and/or seal vents and ducts.
• Do not go outside or attempt to drive unless you are specifically instructed to evacuate.
• Remain in place until police, fire, or other emergency response officials tell you it is safe to leave or until information is announced through radio or television broadcasts informing you that it is safe to leave.

Information Sources

Tune to the Emergency Alert System (EAS) station on your radio or television for further information. The primary EAS station in Tippecanoe County is WASK (98.7 FM, 1450 AM). Other warning sources include: WLFI (TV 18), WGLM (106.7 FM), WSHW (99.7 FM), WAZY (96.5 FM), WBAA (92 AM), WBAA (103 FM).