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UMD Alert Test

First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests. In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions. UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu. Contact Information: University of Maryland…

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UMD ALERT: Last Update

AccuWeather has canceled the tornado warning for our campus. Continue to monitor the weather, as conditions can change.

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UMD ALERT: AccuWeather Tornado Warning

AccuWeather has issued a tornado warning for our campus until 9:15 p.m. The sirens have been activated. Seek shelter immediately. Avoid windows. Go to the lowest level of your building. More information to follow when available. Safety tips: https://www.weather.gov/bmx/sps_torsafetyrules Stay Weather-Ready: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. At Your Residence Hall or House: If you are in a…

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UMD ALERT: Tornado Warning Issued

A Tornado Warning has been issued for our area. The sirens have been activated. Seek shelter immediately. Avoid windows. Go to the lowest level of your building. More information to follow when available. Safety tips: https://www.weather.gov/bmx/sps_torsafetyrules Stay Weather-Ready: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. At Your Residence Hall or House: If you are in a tornado warning, go to…

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UMD ALERT: Last Update

The tornado warning for our campus has ended as the storms moved north-northeast out of the area. Please continue to monitor the weather, as conditions can change.

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UMD Alert Test

First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests. In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions. UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu. Contact Information: University of Maryland…

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UMD Advisory: Maryland Day Storm Alert

There is lightning within 10 miles of campus. All Maryland Day activities are done for the remainder of the day. We encourage you to return to your vehicle or if not safe to do so, go to the nearest building to seek shelter until the storm passes.

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UMD Community Notice: Robbery with a Weapon

**Community Notice** The purpose of this e-mail is to make you aware of an incident that occurred off-campus near the University of Maryland, College Park campus. The following is a synopsis of an incident reported to the Prince George's County Police Department. INCIDENT: Off-Campus Robbery with a Weapon OCCURRED: April 6, 2025 (Sunday)/ Approximately 4:05 p.m. LOCATION: 5000 block of Berwyn Road, College Park, Maryland…

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UMD Alert Test

First Wednesday of each month at 11:55 a.m., the campus tests the UMD Alert Emergency Notification System, Alertus System and Early Warning Sirens. These are only tests. In the event of an emergency, you will receive text and email notifications with information regarding the nature of the emergency and necessary protective actions. UMD affiliates may edit their mobile device settings at alert.umd.edu. Contact Information: University of Maryland…

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UMD Advisory: Voyeur Incident

INCIDENT: Voyeur Incident OCCURRED: March 11, 2025 (Tuesday)/ Approximately 9:10 p.m. LOCATION: College Park, Maryland UMPD CASE #: 2025-58724 BRIEF DETAILS: On March 11, 2025, at approximately 10:35 p.m., the University of Maryland Police Department (UMPD) responded to Johnson-Whittle Hall for a report of suspicious activity. A resident reported to police that at approximately 9:10 p.m., on March 11, 2025, she…

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