From the National Weather Service: Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms will continue mainly across north and northwest parts of the region through midday. By Fridayafternoon, additional scattered storms are expected with a severe threat mainly east of I-35. Showers and thunderstorms will increase in coverage overnight Friday with most areas seeing some rainfall. There is a low threat for a few severe storms during the overnight hours, but locally heavy rainfall will be the main threat.
ABOUT THE OUTDOOR SIREN SYSTEM
The outdoor warning siren system on SMU’s campus is activated by the City of University Park in the event of tornados, high winds, large hail, or other emergencies. Learn More
Current Conditions:
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 or most interior part 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.