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WSU Pullman Alerts

Ongoing COVID-19 response at WSU Pullman

March 23, 2020 8:52pm

UPDATE 8/21/20 5:30 p.m.

Officials have seen a substantial increase in COVID-19 cases in the Pullman area among ages 18-24. Everyone is urged to comply with the Governor’s established orders, particularly with wearing of face coverings and that gatherings are not to exceed ten (10) individuals in Phase 3. See https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/Memo%20SafeStart%20Changes%207.28.pdf.  For additional information and resources, see https://coronavirus.wa.gov/what-you-need-know/stay-home-stay-healthy.

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WSU Alert Fall Semester Test Thursday, October 12th

The WSU Office of Emergency Management will be conducting the fall semester test of the WSU Alert system October 12th at 12:05 p.m. Faculty, staff and students associated with the Pullman campus who have signed up for emergency notifications will receive text messages, phone calls, and emails which will be clearly identified as a test. This test will also include the campus outdoor warning sirens and computer pop-up alerts.

Washington State University places the safety and security of its students, employees, and visitors as its highest priority. WSU has developed the WSU Alert System to disseminate official information via email, text messages, telephone, loudspeakers, Alert Website, … » More …

Unhealthy Air Quality Alert

Heavy smoke from regional wildfires has resulted in unhealthy air quality on the Pullman campus. Classes will proceed as normal but individuals are encouraged to stay indoors when not traveling to or from classes or work. Outdoor activities should be avoided, if possible. People experiencing respiratory distress should contact a health care professional immediately. Pullman students can contact Health & Wellness Services at 509-335-3575. Additional details on the air quality situation will be provided as they become available.

For information from Human Resource Services regarding air quality, see http://hrs.wsu.edu/resources/inclement-weather/wildfire-air-quality-faq/

 

Update 4:27PM:

Forecasts call for heavy smoke from regional wildfires to again cause unhealthy air … » More …