2024–2025 RESIDENTIAL LIVING GUIDE 26 Preparation Before the Hurricane Strikes All furniture including beds should be pulled away from the windows. Electronics should be placed off the floor, preferably in the closet. All particles such as shoes, rugs, clothes, bags, suitcases, etc., should be placed on closet shelves or in dresser drawers, in case the floors get wet. All loose objects should be placed in drawers or closets. Paper, books, etc., should not be left on tops of desks or dressers. Valuables should be removed or placed in closets or drawers that can be locked. The closets and drawers should be locked/closed and remain locked/closed throughout the hurricane. All doors should be locked when the residents are not in the room or apartment. All windows must be closed tightly. In those facilities where Venetian blinds are provided, the blinds should be down and closed. DO NOT put tape on windows. Each student should provide their own flashlight in case of power failure. DO NOT use candles under any circumstances; fire is uncontrollable during a hurricane. Residents should ensure they have an adequate supply of non-perishable foods to last two to three days. If you vacate your residence prior to the storm, we ask that you inform the Office of Residence Life and the Office of University Housing where you can be located. During storms, all automobiles must be parked in designated parking areas. All vehicle windows should be closed, and doors locked. Procedures During the Hurricane Whether on campus or in a designated off campus shelter, your personal protection and welfare is essential. We ask that you follow this list of instructions: 1. It is essential that all residents stay with the Office of Residence Life staff throughout the entire hurricane. Residents must not leave their area of shelter until directed to do so by the Residence Life staff. Fire Safety Anyone who unnecessarily sets off a fire alarm, tampers with fire exits, or obstructs traffic may face charges and could be subject to immediate University conduct action and criminal prosecution. Residents found damaging smoke alarms or fire alarm equipment will be held responsible for the damages and subject to conduct action. Failure to evacuate a residence hall during a fire alarm is also prohibited and may result in disciplinary action. When you hear the fire alarm, evacuate the residence hall immediately. Close and lock your door when you leave your room/apartment. Do not take the elevator (you may get caught in a power outage). When you are outside of the hall, remember to stay far enough away from the entrances so that you do not interfere with Davie Fire Department, Davie Police, NSU Public Safety, and Residence Life staff. Any RAs present during an emergency will be outside of the residence hall. If you need to communicate with Residence Life staff, contact the RA on duty for your residence hall. Remember, at all times during an emergency or drill, all residents are asked to follow the directions of the Davie Fire Department, Davie Police, NSU Public Safety, and/ or Residence Life staff. Participation in drills is not optional and may help you protect yourself and fellow residents during an actual emergency. If you have any specific questions or concerns, contact your RA or the Office of Residence Life. For the full Fire Prevention Policy, please go to nova.edu/ehs/fire-emergency/fire-life-safety.html. Hurricane and Tropical Storm Procedures Upon the U.S. Weather Bureau’s announcement of a hurricane or tropical storm warning, the Director of University Housing will be notified and will relay weather information to the department staff and residents. If residents are leaving the residence halls prior to a storm, each resident must fill out an electronic housing hurricane release form in the Housing portal.
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