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Join Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill on Oct. 18
Seven years ago, the University experienced a 5.8 magnitude earthquake so strong that it cracked the top of the Washington Monument. For many students, faculty, and staff, this was their first earthquake. In an effort to teach our community how to stay safe in an earthquake, the University will join the Great Southeast ShakeOut at 10:50 a.m. on Thursday, October 18.
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Where There's Fire, There's Smoke
The University of Virginia and Charlottesville Fire Department took to the streets in September in the annual neighborhood “Stop and Knock” fire safety campaign. Staff from UVA's Office of Environmental Health and Safety along with Charlottesville's Fire Department and Neighborhood Development Services checked for working smoke alarms and fire safety plans and offered to install a new smoke alarm on the spot. The effort was initiated in 2013 following a fire on Wertland Street that left 13 students homeless. The campaign also targeted the danger of upholstered furniture outdoors.
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New Student Safety Guide
The Student Safety Guide puts safety resources in every student's hands. First year students receive a copy of the guide from their Resident Advisor. From the emergency notification system to the Ambassador program, the Safe Ride van to safety-related student organizations, the guide is a one-stop shop.
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The University notifies registered users of an imminent threat via text message, email, and desktop alerts. UVA students and staff are eligible to register for these accounts.