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Severe Weather
Monitor UMD Alerts and other official university guidance.

Watch: The condition is possible - continue to monitor.

Warning: The condition is occurring or will occur soon - TAKE ACTION.

Flash Flood

  • Seek higher ground or a higher floor in a building.
  • Do not drive through floodwater. One foot of moving water can sweep your vehicle away.
  • Do not walk through floodwater, as it may be contaminated or contain an electrical current.

Heat Advisory

  • Stay hydrated.
  • Limit outdoor activity to morning or evening.
  • Wear light, loose fitting clothing.

Hurricane

  • Prepare multiple days' worth of food and water.
  • If possible, relocate to a shelter or basement.
  • Stay away from windows and glass doors.

Thunderstorm

  • When thunder roars, go indoors! Move from outdoors into a building or car with a roof.
  • Watch for fallen powerlines and trees.
  • Do not drive through floodwater. One foot of moving water can sweep your vehicle away.
  • Do not walk through floodwater, as it may be contaminated or contain an electrical current.

Tornado

  • Go to an enclosed, windowless space or designated tornado shelter.
  • Get under a table or heavy furniture.

Winter Storm

  • Stay indoors.
  • Wear layers if you have to go outside.
  • Avoid driving; if you have to drive, use extra precautions.