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Emergency Operations at JSU
The JSU Office of Public Relations works with our administration and the University Police Department to safeguard our students, administrators, faculty, staff and visitors through constant monitoring for at-risk situations and timely communication when such situations arise.
JSU stakeholders and visitors will find the most current emergency information through the following resources:
JSU Emergency Alert
Cell phone notification system; please enroll at top of this page.
JSU News Blog
All communication from the Office of Public Relations is posted on the news blog on the department's home page.
JSUNews Twitter Feed
Immediate news updates to your cell phone or computer desktop. Enrollment is free at
www.twitter.com; after enrollment navigate to
JSUNews page and click 'follow.'
JSU Emergency Operations Plan
JSU Crisis Communications Plan
Calhoun County EMA Website
Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP)
Department of Homeland Security
Helpful Links
Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Plan (CSEPP)
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Chemical Emergency Evacuation Route Information
Jacksonville State University
is in Zone A-6
Primary Evacuation Route
Quickest Route to Alabama Hwy 9 toward Centre
Host- Madison County
or
Quickest Route to Alabama Hwy 9 toward Heflin
Host- Lee County |
(from the JSU University Police Department website)
The Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program (CSEPP) is a major part of Emergency Management. It is a coordinated and cooperative effort between the Emergency Management Agency, the Army, and federal, state and local governments to protect the community in the event of a chemical accident or incident at the Anniston Army Depot.
In 1986, Congress directed that chemical munitions stored at Anniston Army Depot and seven other sites across the nation, be destroyed. Anniston Army Depot stores less than 7.1 % of the nation's stockpile.
Congress mandated maximum protection for the public, the environment, and workers involved in destroying the chemical munitions.
CSEPP Emergency Preparedness Plan
Jacksonville State University must be prepared to respond to and recover from a chemical emergency at the Anniston Army Depot. A Emergency Preparedness Plan that includes CSEPP Protective Actions will help you determine what to do before, during and after a CSEPP emergency.
Before a CSEPP Emergency
Develop a personal plan (Evacuate or Shelter in Place)
Jacksonville State University is Located in Zone A-6.
If you plan to evacuate, know your route.
Become familiar with the County Alert and Notification System (Sirens, Tone Alert Radios, and the Emergency Alert System.
If you have medical needs, make sure you plan for them.
Insure that you notify your next of kin of your evacuation plans.
Calhoun County Alert and Notification System
Calhoun County's alert and notification system consists of:
Sirens- Outside Warning System.Tone Alert Radios- Indoor Warning Systems.Emergency Alert System- Local Media Resource
JSU Will Also Use Telephonic Or Personal Notification From UPD to Notify Building Managers And Resident Hall Directors.
(CSEPP) Siren 
If you hear this siren, or if you are directed, proceed immediately to the closest CSEPP shelter. If you are on the JSU campus, go to Leone Cole Auditorium or the Houston Cole Library.
When you arrive be sure to register with the shelter coordinator and follow their instructions. This will provide shelter coordinators with an accurate headcount.
(CSEPP) Tone Alert Radios
If you hear this tone alert, or are directed, proceed immediately to the closest shelter. If you are on the JSU campus, proceed to Leone Cole Auditorium or the Houston Cole Library.
When you arrive be sure to register with the shelter coordinator.
During a CSEPP Event
If you hear the sirens (whooping sound), or are informed of a Chemical Accident, follow these instructions:
If you plan to evacuate proceed to the designated evacuation route. Keep windows and vents closed. Do not use the car heater or air conditioner.
If you plan to shelter, proceed immediately to the shelter..
If you already have an Personal Emergency Preparedness Kit (medications, eyeglasses etc.) assembled, take it with you
Do not spend time gathering other personal items.
After a CSEPP Emergency
Do not attempt to return your JSU residence until you are instructed to do so. Radio and TV will keep you informed.
Evacuation Prepare NOW
Certain emergencies may require mandatory action such as evacuation. Calhoun County has been divided into zones in order to coordinate evacuations. Primary and alternate evacuation routes and reception/mass care hosts counties have been established, by zone, for major emergencies.
It is important that you know your evacuation routes (primary and alternate) and reception/mass care host counties.
If a chemical accident at Anniston Army Depot occurs that requires evacuation, the specific zones and evacuation route (primary or alternate) will be provided over the Sirens, Tone Alert Radios - where available, and the Emergency Alert System (local radio and TV).
Evacuation Plans
Listen to radio or TV for additional information.
Car Pool and drive safely.
Keep all car windows and vents closed and do not use heater or air conditioner.
Do not go against the flow of traffic.
Follow emergency instructions.
Take medication and other essential items, such as eyeglasses, with you.
Radio, TV and Print Media will keep you informed regarding the situation.
If you are in a zone that has not been instructed to evacuate, stay put so people that need to evacuate will be able to do so.
Evacuation Routes
Primary Route: Quickest Route to AL Hwy 9 toward Centre. Host - Madison County.
Alternate Route: Quickest Route to AL Hwy 9 toward Heflin. Host - Lee County.
Natural Hazards
Severe Thunderstorms
What To Do
Stay away from metal objects.
Be alert for flooding, heavy rain, and hail.
Go inside and stay away from windows and doors.
Tornadoes
What To Do
When a tornado is approaching, you have very little time to make life or death decisions. Advance planning and quick response are the keys to surviving a tornado. Each year, the State of Alabama experiences several episodes of severe weather. Severe weather can strike anytime of the year, but the peak months are March, April and May. A secondary season occurs in the fall, typically in November and December. Most tornadoes occur in the afternoon between noon and 8 p.m., but tornadoes have occurred in every hour of the day and night.
TORNADO WATCH - means conditions are favorable for the formation of tornadoes. A watch can be issued for a large area at one time. Be prepared to take protective action.
TORNADO WARNING - means a tornado has actually been sighted by spotters or by radar and is occurring or is imminent in the warning area. A warning usually covers a smaller area. Take immediate protective action. Go to a severe weather shelter. Normally, this will be the lowest level and center of a building. Interior rooms are the best. Know where the shelter location is for your building.
Hazardous Materials
NORMAL PROTOCOL IS A FULL SCALE MANDATORY EVACUATION OF THE AFFECTED AREA!
Building Managers/Resident Hall Directors
Responsibilities
Ensure Building Occupants are Trained on the Location of Shelters and Procedures during Emergencies
Identify Others To Be In Charge When You Are Absent
Emergency Procedures
Notify all Building Occupants of Warnings
Move Occupants to Shelter
Assist Persons with Special Needs
Conduct Headcount
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CURRENT WEATHER STATEMENT
TUESDAY, JULY 13, 2010
UPDATED: 3:02 p.m.
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN BIRMINGHAM HAS ISSUED A
* SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR...
NORTHEASTERN CALHOUN COUNTY IN EAST CENTRAL ALABAMA...
NORTHEASTERN CLEBURNE COUNTY IN EAST CENTRAL ALABAMA...
* UNTIL 345 PM CDT
* AT 259 PM CDT...THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE INDICATED A SEVERE
THUNDERSTORM CAPABLE OF PRODUCING DAMAGING WINDS IN EXCESS OF 60
MPH. THIS STORM WAS LOCATED NEAR JACKSONVILLE...AND MOVING EAST AT
35 MPH.
* LOCATIONS IMPACTED INCLUDE...
PIEDMONT...FRUITHURST...MARS HILLS...MUSCADINE...LIBERTY HILL...OAK
LEVEL AND BORDEN SPRINGS.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
FOR YOUR PROTECTION...MOVE TO AN INTERIOR ROOM ON THE LOWEST FLOOR OF
YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS.
&&
TO REPORT SEVERE WEATHER...
CALL 1-800-856-0758.
LAT...LON 3370 8535 3373 8585 3395 8584 3395 8552
3394 8549 3395 8549 3395 8539 3375 8535
TIME...MOT...LOC 1959Z 272DEG 26KT 3383 8572
$$
10/ARM
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Calhoun County including Jacksonville State University until 6 p.m. tonight. Please continue to monitor this page for updates.
Today's Forecast
This Afternoon: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 90. West wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tonight: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. West northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Please continue to monitor this page for the latest weather updates. All weather statement updates announcing pertinent information relevant to Jacksonville State University's operations--openings/closures--will be posted on this JSU Homepage Weather Statement link and also on the JSU News Homepage.
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