If you are involved in or become aware of a hazardous material release in your building or area, take the following actions:

1. Remain calm.
2. Call Campus Police at 540-568-6911.
3. If the material release is outside of the building, remain inside.
4. Evacuate the immediate area.
5. If necessary, initiate EVACUATION PROCEDURES. Remain upwind of the building.

In a chemical or gas emergency, a hazardous amount of a chemical or gas may be spilled or released into the environment. If a chemical or gas emergency occurs, officials will warn you via text, voice mail messages, or blast e-mail, or they may come to your door. If you witness or smell a chemical or gas spill, or if there is a life-threatening emergency, Dial 540-568-6911.

Key Points to Remember

• Remain Calm
• If the material release is outside of the building, remain inside.
• If you are in the area or building of a hazardous material emergency; Evacuate the area immediately.
• A person or thing that has been exposed to a hazardous chemical might be contaminated and could contaminate others. Follow decontamination instructions from local officials.
• If you are outside during an incident, stay upstream, uphill and upwind. Gases and mists are generally heavier than air and hazardous materials can quickly be transported by water and wind. 
• If you are in a motor vehicle, stop and find shelter in a permanent building if possible. If you must remain in your vehicle, keep the windows and vents closed and shut off the air conditioner and heater.
• Listen to JMU Alerts, local TV or radio for instructions on whether to evacuate or stay where you are.