Wildfire

Prepare

Obtain a map of all emergency exits, staircases and fire alarm pull stations in your building
Determine possible escape routes and locations of the nearest building exits.

When you hear the fire alarm, evacuate! DO NOT ASSUME IT IS A FALSE ALARM OR A DRILL
- If you are away from campus, check Bruins Safe Online (BSO) and social media (Office of Emergency Management or Environmental Health & Safety Twitter) for emergency notifications
Check evacuation routes for smoke. If unsafe, take an alternate route
Authorities may direct you to leave if you are in danger or within the greatest potential path of the fire
If a voluntary evacuation order is issued for your area or you are directed by authorities to evacuate the area:
- Take only essential items with you
- Follow the designated evacuation routes and expect heavy traffic
If you are ordered to shelter-in-place and/or NOT to evacuate:
- Follow shelter-in-place procedures
- Monitor status updates/communications through social media and Bruins Safe Online
When smoke levels are high, do not use anything that burns and adds to indoor air pollution, such as candles, fireplaces and gas stoves
Monitor air quality reports and health warnings about smoke.