Policy Manual

8.3.7 Tornado

  1. During a tornado, remain calm and quickly follow the steps outlined below.
  2. If indoors, seek refuge in a hollow depression or basement. Stay away from glass windows, shelves and heavy equipment.
  3. If outdoors move quickly away from utility poles and other dangerous structures. CAUTION: Always avoid power or utility lines as they may be energized. Seek refuge in nearest building or secure structure.
  4. After the tornado is over, evaluate the situation and if emergency help is necessary, call 911 and Campus Security at 248-765-8013.
  5. Damaged facilities should be reported to Operations. NOTE: Gas leaks and power failures create special hazards. Please refer to the section on utility failures.
  6. Do not return to an evacuated building unless told to do so by Campus Security.