Emergency Guide
In an incident, take these actions:
- Call 911 or UMD Police at 301-405-3333
- Evacuate or shelter (as necessary)
- Follow directions of emergency responders
- Monitor UMD Alerts for updates
- Active ShooterRUN away from the attacker or HIDE in a locked room/behind a large object. FIGHT the attacker if you are in immediate danger and are unable to RUN or HIDE.
- Bomb ThreatIf you receive the call, gather as much information as possible from the caller (who, what, when, where, why, and how). Report this information to 911 or 301-405-3333.
- Cyber SecurityReport any suspicious activity to DIT at 301-405-1500.
- EarthquakeFind cover under a sturdy table/desk until the shaking stops. If unable to drop to the ground, cover your head with your arms. Do not evacuate the building unless you notice large structural cracks or are instructed to do so by emergency personnel. Watch for falling debris as you exit.
- FireIf you smell smoke or see fire, pull the closest fire alarm. Evacuate using the nearest stairwell/exit and proceed to a safe location away from the building. Do not use elevators when evacuating. If you are unable to evacuate, seek a location that provides refuge and call 911 to alert emergency responders to your location.
- FloodIf the flooding is outside, seek higher ground and do not walk or drive through floodwater. If the flooding is inside the building, leave the area and report to Facilities Management at 301-405-2222.
- Hazardous Material SpillAvoid and isolate the spill area. Report an emergency spill to UMD Police at 301-405-3333.
- Medical EmergencyCall 911 or 301-405-3333. Perform CPR and use AED as trained.
- Power OutagePower down equipment and report the outage to Facilities Management at 301-405-2222.
- Severe Weather/Tornado WarningWhen directed by UMD Alerts, seek shelter in a windowless room, lowest level of the building, or interior stairwell without windows or exit doors. Stay there until the warning ends.
- Suspicious PackageDo not move or handle the package. Evacuate the area and call UMD Police at 301-405-3333.
Access and Functional Needs
- You should feel empowered to share your need for assistance during an emergency with a colleague, peer, or faculty/staff member. Be specific about the assistance you need.
- Learn more about preparedness tipsVisit accessibility.umd.edu/emergency-preparedness.
- Call UMD PoliceDial 301-405-3333 if you need emergency assistance on campus.














