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Severe Weather

SEVERE WEATHER

Watch
The condition is possible—continue to monitor.
Warning
The condition is occurring or will occur soon—TAKE ACTION.

Monitor UMD Alerts and other official university guidance.

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.