The University is implementing a new emergency notification system called UA Alerts.  The system will simultaneously send telephone calls, text messages, and e-mail to UA students, faculty, and staff in the event of a campus emergency.    

The final step in the implementation plan calls for three phases of tests: 

• Phase 1–Employees will receive a test notification during the week of July 13th.
• Phase 2–Students enrolled in the second session of summer courses will receive a test notification in late July. 
• Phase 3–Full system test for all students and employees will be conducted early in the fall semester.

As soon as the employee test is complete and system modifications are made, Phase 2 testing will be scheduled.  Instructions for students will be published at that time.

Click on UA Alerts for more information.

Welcome to the Emergency Preparedness web site at The University of Alabama.

 
The Office of Emergency Preparedness for Financial Affairs is tasked with improving the University’s readiness for potential emergencies.  This includes developing and exercising emergency plans, supporting first responders during an incident, conducting training, and advancing the emergency management process.

Emergency Management Phases

This web site is designed to provide helpful information to the University community prior to an emergency.  During an emergency, the University will notify, update, and provide direction on its primary web site (www.ua.edu).

Preparedness is the key to mitigate an emergency.  It can reduce fear, anxiety, and losses.  Should an incident occur, the University will provide assistance; however, local responders may have difficulty getting to you or are focused elsewhere; therefore, individuals should know what to do.  Use this site and others to prepare for disasters that may occur in this area.

Links to federal and state readiness sites:

Ready.gov
Ready.Alabama
ADPH Family Readiness Guide