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Fire and Life Safety

There were 8 fire incidents reported in 2009: Four in the residence halls, three in academic buildings and one vehicle fire.

It is that time of year when Carbon Monoxide (CO) deaths make the news. Test your CO detector for proper operation. More facts (pdf) on Carbon Monoxide

Useful Links:

Campus Firewatch

Campus Firesafety

Sound the Alarm! A Campus Fire Safety Bulletin (pdf) on how to activate a fire alarm pull station

If you detect a fire in a campus building or residence hall:

Alert occupants
Pull the fire alarm
Call University Police at 2222
Exit by nearest stairway. Never use elevators.
Off-Campus fire emergencies dial 911.