Personal Preparedness
American Red Cross Safe and Well List
In the event of an emergency, help keep lines of communication open by using your cell phones for emergency calls only. The American Red Cross has implemented the Safe and Well List to help those in a disaster area to communicate with friends and loved ones outside of the disaster area. If a disaster or crisis affects the Appalachian campus, register yourself as "safe and well" by going to...
http://disastersafe.redcross.org
...and following the registration instructions. Tell your family and friends about the Safe and Well List website now, so that they will know what to do to get your "safe and well" message in a time of emergency.
Warning Signs of Potential for Violent Behavior
In today's climate, all of us have heightened sensitivities to potential danger on campus. While it is very important that we not harass or target anyone - everyone must be treated fairly and responsibly - the campus is, however, not powerless or reluctant to act decisively when threats arise.
Counseling for Faculty and Staff has posted valuable information that may be used to detect the potential for violent behavior:
There are ways in which individuals and families may prepare for emergencies. These sites are offered to you as resources to consider and use in your efforts to become prepared.
- ReadyNC.Org: Make a Plan, Build a Kit, Be Involved
- North Carolina Pandemic Flu Preparedness
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- US Government Site for Pandemic and Avian Flu
- Colleges and Universities Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist
- State of North Carolina Pandemic Influenza Plan
- Preparations for Winter Storms and Extreme Cold
- Department of Homeland Security
It is also helpful to be familiar with the Appalachian State University campus (eg. locations, names, etc.). Here are a few links to help:
