The Virginia Statewide Tornado Drill is scheduled for Tuesday, March 17 at 9:45 a.m. A Mason Alert will be sent at approximately 9:35 a.m. to initiate the drill and test the Mason Alert system.
Participation is optional. Employees and students can review the Tornado and Severe Weather Preparation Guide and identify or gather in an appropriate shelter area during the drill.
Be prepared: Download Mason’s preparedness app, In Case of Crisis – Education, to your phone. More information is available at ready.gmu.edu/mobileapps.
Visit ready.gmu.edu for more preparedness information. Contact the Office of Environmental Health and Safety at 703-993-8448 with questions.