Hurricane Information

As our region prepares for Hurricane Irene, please be assured that the College is closely monitoring the storm's progress and severity. As of this afternoon, the National Weather Service predicts the storms arrival on Sunday as a Category 1 Hurricane.

Staff will be in the residence halls with students currently staying on campus, and will be available to answer any questions students might have. Campus Preparedness will closely monitor the storm's progress and will contact students with any updates.

The National Weather Service is predicting possible power outages due to high winds. Should a power outage occur on campus, communication systems—including phone, website, email access—may be temporarily lost. Please be assured that the College has backup power supplies for lights and emergency systems, as well as a supply of food and water available for our students.

Helpful Tips for Students:

• Make sure your cell phone and email information is up to date in our Emergency Notification System.
• Any cars parked on campus should be moved to the garage.
• Charge cell phones and other portable electronics on Saturday night, in case of loss of power during Sunday's storm.
• Close and lock windows and pull down shades upon storm's arrival.
• Power down all computers and other electronics upon storm's arrival, in case of power surge.
• Have snacks, books, games and movies on hand in your residence hall room on Sunday.

Helpful Tips for Parents, Faculty & Staff:

• Charge cell phones and other portable electronics on Saturday night, in case of loss of power during Sunday's storm.
• Ensure your car's gas tank and any back up fuel reserves are full.
• Have a supply of water, food, flashlights, first aid kits and other emergency supplies on hand.

We also encourage you to visit the American Red Cross website for more hurricane preparedness tips.