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Storm Preparedness

Thunderstorms

Thunderstorms are most frequent in our area April through September but can occur anytime. According to the Center for Disease Control, Florida is considered the "lightning capital" of the country, with more than 2,000 lightning- related injuries occurring within the state over the last 50 years.

If you can hear thunder, lightning is close even if not seen:

  • Avoid trees and open areas.
  • Avoid water including showers.
  • Do not use electronics.

 

When a Thunderstorm or Tornado Warning is issued:

  • Seek shelter indoors immediately.
  • Move to an interior area, away from windows and doors.
  • Stay indoors until the warning expires.
  • Report campus damage to the UPD.

 

Tornado Watch vs. Tornado Warning

Tornado Watch: Be Prepared!

Tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. Review and discuss your emergency plans, take inventory of your supplies and check your safe room. Be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued or you suspect a tornado is approaching. Acting early helps to save lives! Watches are issued by the Storm Prediction Center for counties where tornadoes may occur. The watch area is typically large, covering numerous counties or even states.

Tornado Warning: Take Action!

A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. There is imminent danger to life and property. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If in a mobile home, a vehicle, or outdoors, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Warnings are issued by your local forecast office. Warnings typically encompass a much smaller area (around the size of a city or small county) that may be impacted by a tornado identified by a forecaster on radar or by a trained spotter/law enforcement who is watching the storm.

Tropical Storms

The 成人大片Emergency Management Teams work closely with the National Weather Service to monitor and react appropriately in the event a tropical system approaches our area.

Tropical Storm Warning

Tropical force winds and heavy rain forecasted within the next 24 hours by the National Hurricane Center.

Hurricane Watch

A hurricane has been reported or is forecasted to form and is considered a possible danger to the area within 36 hours.

Hurricane Warning

When there is an increased possibility of the hurricane making landfall within 24 hours.

University Communications

In the event of a hurricane or tropical storm approaching the First Coast, University officials will communicate with students, faculty and staff through multiple outlets, including email, voice message, text, social media and the Safe Ospreys app.

Additional communication outlets include desktop/computer notifications, indoor/outdoor public address systems and electronic displays on campus, when deemed necessary.

  • Hurricane Season
    June-November
  • Hurricane
    An intense tropical weather system with a well-defined circulation and maximum sustained winds of 74 mph or higher.
  • Tropical Storm
    An organized system of strong thunderstorms with a defined circulation and maximum sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph.
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