Evacuation

Evacuation of a building can be ordered for a number of reasons. State law requires that all occupants evacuate when a building’s fire alarm sounds. (Note: For people with disabilities, evacuating may be difficult, and they may not be able to comply with this law; see notes below on Disabled Persons and Evacuations.)

Primary response after an evacuation has been ordered:

• Evacuate if possible, taking personal items with you if this can be done quickly.

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• Notify police or fire personnel immediately of any people remaining in the building and their locations. Police or fire personnel will decide whether people are safe where they are and will evacuate them as necessary.

• Do not block emergency roadways or corridors.

• Assemble in the location pre-designated for your unit.

• Do not re-enter the building until authorized to do so.