Power Outage and Flooding

Report power outages to the ASU Police or local law enforcement agency. They will immediately pass the information to the most appropriate departments.
Keep flashlights and batteries in accessible locations throughout your work areas.
Remain calm! Buildings are supplied with emergency lighting used for exiting the building.
If stuck in an elevator, remain calm and use the emergency button inside the elevator to dial help.Use cell phones to call the ASU Police or local law enforcement agency if the emergency button does not work. As a last resort, pound on the doors and make noise in an attempt to gain someone’s attention.
Contact your supervisor for direction related to continuation of work, relocation of work space or assignment, etc.
Laboratory personnel should secure all experiments and unplug electrical equipment prior to evacuating. All chemicals should be stored in their original locations. Verify backup systems are functioning properly and exhaust/ventilation is occurring. If safe to do so, provide natural ventilation by opening all windows and/or doors. If this is not possible, or natural ventilation is inadequate, evacuate the laboratory until the power is returned.
Do not use candles, burners, or any open flame for light.
Unplug all electrical equipment (including computers) and turn off light switches.

Building occupants should immediately report flooding or incidents of standing water to the ASU Police or local law enforcement agency. They will dispatch the appropriate departments for assistance.
Avoid walking through or standing in puddles.
Avoid wet areas as the floor may be slick.
Use extreme caution around appliances or outlets near the leak and/or water.
Warn others of the hazard.
Follow instructions of first responders regarding building evacuation.