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Join °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê Emergency Management in Safety and Preparedness Trainings

September marks National Preparedness Month, a nationwide initiative dedicated to encouraging individuals, families, and communities to be ready for emergencies and disasters. To promote safety and preparedness, °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê Emergency Management is hosting a series of trainings this month. 

September is National Preparedness Month: Be Ready, Stay Safe at °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê

At °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê, the safety and preparedness of our campus community is a shared responsibility. September is National Preparedness Month, a nationwide initiative designed to promote awareness and encourage action before disasters strike.

Test of the Emergency Notification System on Friday, September 12

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê will test its Emergency Notification System on Friday, September 12, at 10:00 a.m.

Safety Alert: First Significant Heat Wave of the Season Incoming June 22

The first major heat wave of the season is expected to begin this Sunday, June 22, and persist until early next week, peaking on Monday and Tuesday. Temperatures are forecast to climb well into the 90s, with real feel temperatures over 100 degrees, offering minimal relief.

Learn Lifesaving Skills During National CPR and AED Awareness Week

In recognition of National CPR and AED Awareness Week, observed annually June 1–7, the American Red Cross urges individuals across the country to learn critical lifesaving skills that can help save lives during cardiac emergencies.

Spring Forward: Daylight Savings Time Begins March 9

Daylight saving time will begin on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2:00 a.m.

Student Safety Week, March 3–6

Join campus partners in a week-long initiative dedicated to fostering a safe and secure environment for all students at °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê.

Test of the Emergency Notification System

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê will test its Emergency Notification System on Thursday, January 30, at 10:00 a.m.

Winter Weather Emergency Preparedness

As winter is upon us, it is important to be prepared for quickly changing weather conditions. Winter weather can bring dangerous conditions including cold, snow and ice. Being prepared is your best defense.

It's That Time Again: Daylight Savings Time Ends Nov. 3

Preparedness tips for Daylight Saving Time's end

September is National Preparedness Month: Learn How You Can Prepare

September represents National Preparedness Month, which serves as the yearly initiative to reinforce the importance of getting ready for emergencies and disasters to ensure the safety of individuals, families, and communities.

Test of Emergency Notification System

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê will test its Emergency Notification System on Wednesday, September 12, at 10:00 a.m.

National Weather Service Heat Threat

The National Weather Service has issued a heat threat for Tuesday and Wednesday, August 27–28.

National Weather Service Heat Advisory June 17 to June 21

The National Weather Service In Pittsburgh has issued a Heat Advisory from 11:00 a.m. June 17 through 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 21, with extremely high temperatures over 90 degrees forecasted for much of Pennsylvania.

AED Update and Safety Training from Emergency Management

AED Update and Safety Training from Emergency Management

Spring Forward

Sunday, March 10, marks the beginning of daylight savings time.

Test of the Emergency Notification System

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê will test its Emergency Notification System on Thursday, February 22, at 10:00 a.m.

Emergency Communications and Fire Drill Communication

In the next several months, messages and information about emergency preparedness planning will be shared with you. Thank you, in advance, for your careful review of this information and for your participation in upcoming training and drills.

Halloween Safety Tips

The °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê Emergency Management Office would like to offer the following Halloween safety tips to ensure everyone has a fun and safe Halloween.

Test of the Emergency Notification System

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê will test its Emergency Notification System on Wednesday, September 13, at 10:00 a.m.

Back to School Safety Tips

Back to School Safety Tips

Test of the Emergency Notification System

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê will test its Emergency Notification System on Wednesday, March 8, at 10:00 a.m.

Test of the Emergency Notification System

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê will test its Emergency Notification System on Thursday, February 9, at 10:00 a.m.

Preparing for a Winter Storm

Winter is upon us! What kind of challenges can winter hazards create, and how do we prepare for them?

Stay Safe this Halloween

The °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê Emergency Management Office provides some tips for Halloween Safety.