The Evergreen campus has an emergency notification system to alert the College Community of specific dangers posed by natural disaster or terrorist threats. The emergency system includes an outdoor warning system and indoor public address and fire alarm voice units.
Sirens Sirens will be used as part of the outdoor warning system during these circumstances: - Critical Weather: Storms, tornadoes, hurricanes, winds, etc. that adversely affect the College
- Baltimore Events: Critical events in and around Baltimore city that adversely impact operations at the College
- Loyola Events: Critical events in and around campus that adversely impact operations at the College
Siren Tones and Their Meanings Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the warning sirens and their meanings. Simply click on the link below to hear the tone. Wail: Follow the Emergency Instructions of Baltimore City Part of the Civil Defense Siren; also used by Baltimore City Alternating Steady: Evacuation Includes two tones, high and low Alternating Wail: Seek Safe Refuge Means that shelter is in place Westminster Chime: Important Announcement Instructions will be broadcast over public address system Pulsed Steady: All Clear Means critical weather or events are no longer a threat
Please note: These nationally recognized emergency tones will be tested once a month during the Baltimore City tests on Mondays at 1 p.m. Campus Police can be contacted at x5911. |