There
are three simple steps your student should take to prepare for an emergency on
campus or in their neighborhood.
First, they should purchase or prepare
an emergency kit to have in their on or off-campus housing.
Second, they should know what to expect
and what to do at PLU during various types of emergencies.
Third, they should make a communication
plan with you (their family) when traditional communication is not possible.
Students
may purchase an emergency kit at the Garfield Book Company at PLU. Or, for help
in preparing your own kit, go to ready.gov or the Washington Military
Department. Students should practice by carrying their kits during
evacuation drills.
You or your student may review PLU emergency procedures
by visiting the Emergency Programs
Office Website or contacting them at
253-538-6042. For instance, dialing 7911 from any campus phone or 911 from any
cell phone will connect your student to emergency help. Reminder your student
that it’s a good idea to actively participate in campus drills!
Local telephones, cell phones, and e-mail may not work
during a disaster. However, it is often possible to call outside the local
affected area. Your family should make a plan to call an out-of-state number,
so each person can report they are safe.
You and your student may also sign up to receive
emergency text messages online. Emergency text messages will
describe the emergency, suggest a course of action and refer you to other
sources of information. A drawing from those who have registered in September to receive emergency text messages will be held on Oct. 1. The prize will be a $50 gift certificate to the Garfield Book Company at PLU.
