UGA Emergency Notification Systems

(Jul 30, 2009 - 9:25:00 AM)

Effective communication is one of the major challenges in emergency management. Emergency notification and communication extends far beyond the need for emergency responders to be able to communicate with one another. Instead, the issue is complex and involves all constituents—responders, decision-makers, support personnel and individuals affected by the emergency event.

Click here to download flyer " UGA Emergency Notification Methods"

Using NOAA Radios on Campus

(Jul 7, 2009 - 9:01:04 AM)

This one-page flyer provides basic information and quick tips on choosing and using a NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather radio on campus.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio Information

(Apr 14, 2008 - 1:31:15 PM)

Click on title for:

  • Additional weather radio links
  • Downloadable flyers and information

    • Severe Weather Safety Tips and Information

    (Feb 12, 2008 - 9:56:45 AM)

    This section provides information on severe weather preparedness tips:  "How to Prepare for Disasters & Hazards",  the Georgia Emergency Management Agency, NOAA Weather Radio Information and handout, as well as tornado and thunderstorm preparedness.  A Tornado Safety Video is also available for viewing in this section.

    UGAAlert FAQs

    (Dec 7, 2007 - 9:26:06 AM)

    Effective communication is one of the major challenges in emergency management. UGAAlert will be used to improve our ability to communicate prior to, during, and after emergencies. UGA students, faculty, and staff with a valid MyID can register up to three telephone numbers and two email addresses to receive emergency alerts. The system can push out thousands of messages within minutes.