[November 4] The National Weather Service is forecasting a powerful storm system will be moving through the Dallas area today, bringing a chance for thunderstorms with high winds, hail, and potentially tornadoes. Locally heavy rainfall may produce flooding in some areas.
If a tornado is sighted near campus, SMU will activate our alert systems and sirens in coordination with the City of University Park.
Remember, there is a difference between a watch and a warning.
Here are some safety measures to take during a tornado warning, depending upon your location:
- Go into a building and find a safe room or designated Tornado Shelter Areas
- If a designated space is not available:
- Go to the lowest possible level in a building
- Move away from glass windows, exterior walls and doors
- Move to hallways that are at the center of the building
- Move to restrooms without an exterior wall
On-campus residents who need additional information or support should contact an area desk at Virginia-Snider (214-768-2230) or Armstrong at (214-768-5062) or contact the on-call staff.