Earthquake
- If you are indoors, drop to the floor under a strong desk or table, cover your head and face with your arms, and keep waiting until help arrives.
- If suitable furniture is not available nearby, sit on the floor against an interior solid wall and cover your head and face with your arms.
- Stay away from windows, bookcases, shelves, mirrors and false walls and ceilings.
- Refrain from using elevators.
- If possible, extinguish any open flames or sources of ignition immediately.
- If you are outdoors, get into an open area away from trees, buildings, walls and power lines.
- If you are driving, pull over to the side, stop, and stay inside the vehicle until the shaking is over.
- After the earthquake is over, check for injuries starting with yourself. Do not move seriously injured persons unless they are in immediate danger. Help people who are trapped by furniture or other items that do not require heavy tools to move.
- Keep phone lines open. Do not use the telephone except for genuine emergency calls, such as a serious injury, fire or gas leak.
- If you suspect or know that someone is trapped in the building, or if there is any kind of fire, please call 999 for police, 998 for ambulance, or 997 for fire department.
- Check for gas and water leaks, broken electrical wiring, and broken sewage lines in your area. Check building for cracks and damage. If there is gas leaking, extinguish all sources of ignition and do not turn on or off any electrical switches in the area.
- Do not touch downed power lines or damaged building equipment.
- Check for hazardous materials spills and releases. If any are discovered, follow the procedures in this guide.
- If the building is damaged, evacuate and attempt to secure the building against entry. Do not reenter damaged buildings.
- Do not use your vehicle unless there is an emergency. Keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles. Be prepared for aftershocks.
- Aftershocks are usually smaller than the main quake but may be large enough to do additional damage to structures weakened during earthquakes.
Severe Weather Conditions
Severe weather conditions in UAE are very rare if none. Occasional sandstorms and rainstorms occur, with a possibility of fog that decreases visibility. In case there is a rainstorm expected, please stay indoors until the storm subsides. Do not attempt to drive fast while on campus grounds and follow university announcements for any expected closures.