Emergency Response Guidelines: Emergency Warning Systems


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Emergency Warning Systems

Emergency Warning Siren

In the case of an emergency on campus, the emergency warning sirens will emit a continuous three-minute sound warning.
The siren is used to alert the public to impending weather emergencies, as well as hazardous material spills, national threats, and safety emergencies.
If you hear the siren, take cover inside. Tune into your local radio or television station for further instructions and visit the Ball State Web site. If you cannot get to a radio or television, initiate tornado protection procedures as this is the most likely reason for the siren to sound.
The siren does not sound for the entire duration of the emergency. Do not assume that the danger has passed when the siren stops sounding.
The emergency warning siren is tested each Friday at 11 a.m. These tests last for 30 seconds. If the emergency warning siren sounds on a Friday morning for longer than 30 seconds, you should initiate protection procedures.

Opt-in Text Messaging

Ball State offers an opt-in text message service that enables students, faculty, and staff to sign up to receive emergency information from the university via their cell phones.
To subscribe to this service, go to www.bsu.edu/emergencyalert.