Many of the buildings on campus use natural gas to for climate control and other purposes. Should you detect an unusual odor or gas leak, pursue the following measures immediately:
Gas Odor
- Leave the area.
- Call the University Police at 205-348-5454.
- Do not use ignition sources (cigarettes, electrical devices, etc.).
- Do not turn on lights or other electrical switches.
- Warn others in the area.
- Meet with responding personnel to identify the location of the odor.
Major Leak
- Call the University Police at 205-348-5454 or 911.
- Initiate building evacuation if inside.
- Do not re-enter building until authorized by emergency responders.
- Secure area and warn others.
- Meet with responding personnel to provide additional information.
- Prevent sources of ignition.
- Do not turn on lights or other electrical switches.
