• Fill clean containers with water . Water supply may be cut off during a hurricane .
• Residents should stay away from windows . The blinds should be closed . DO NOT put tape on windows .
• Each student should provide his / her own flashlight in case of power failure . DO NOT USE under any circumstances fire or flammable-light sources . Only batteryoperated light sources should be used .
• Residents should provide themselves with an adequate supply of non-perishable food to last up to three days .
• All automobiles must remain in the assigned parking areas . Park as close together as possible with the emergency brake on .
• Doors should be locked .
Procedures DURING Inclement Weather
• Students should develop their own personal evacuation in advance of a storm ( hurricanes and tropical storms ). Should students have no plan in place then the Director of Support Service will assist in coordinating the evacuation of those residents who are not able to evacuate on their own .
• Should a resident not be able to evacuate on their own , the Director of Support Services will coordinate with a local shuttle service or bus company ( dependent upon number of students ).
• After the evacuation order has been lifted the Director of Support Services will coordinate with shuttle service to return residents to campus .
• During a storm in which residents are not evacuated , students should remain away from dangerous areas , such as glass windows and doors , and always stay indoors .
• Telephone calls should be made only in cases of emergency .
Procedures AFTER Inclement Weather Residents will not be allowed back into the building until the Emergency Management Team has provided the “ all clear ” signaling that the building is safe and secure and can now be occupied . Residents can call the college switchboard at ( 321 ) 433-5400 to receive updates regarding college operations .
Keep in mind that any damage to personal property is not the responsibility of the Student Housing Corporation or the College , so it is advised that all students have personal property insurance in case of emergencies .
Damage to the student housing facility will be fixed by Student Housing Corporation or the College in a timely manner . If residents need to be relocated due to damage to their room , the RA and Director of Support Services will work with each person to find a temporary location on campus until the room is cleared by College administration .
Bomb Threats If a resident hears a bomb threat being made , the resident should :
• Note the exact time of the threat .
• Write down , as accurately as possible , all statements made by the person making the threat .
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