This Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) is designed to minimize the impact of emergencies or disasters on the University by prioritizing life safety, protecting property, and preserving the environment. It establishes the emergency response structure, defines roles and responsibilities, outlines policies and procedures, and ensures coordinated efforts among emergency personnel and support services.
Although there are many hazardous chemicals in wildfire smoke, the main harmful pollutant for people who are not very close to the fire is “particulate matter;” the tiny particles suspended in the air. The smallest, and usually the most harmful, particulate matter is called PM2.5 because it has a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or smaller. Particulate matter can irritate the lungs and cause persistent coughing, phlegm, wheezing or difficulty breathing.
In the event you are INSIDE when an act of violence occurs you should take the following actions: