During an emergency situation information and directions may be disseminated in the following ways.  Not all methods will be used in every incident.   The most appropriate method to relay information will be used.  The method and frequency of announcements will be determined by Macalester Safety and Security Department, College Officials and local authorities.   Monitor and check the various sources for information.

Please DO NOT call Macalester Security, Facilities Services Offices or 911 for information.   Use these numbers only to report injuries to personnel.
   
Methods:

   1600grand web page
    Email   
    Local radio and TV station (WCCO)
    Macalester web home page
    Posted warnings and announcements (Signs on Bulletin boards and entry doors)
    Text messaging (See Mac Alert)
    Voice announcements - megaphone or public address
    Voice mail (campus phone system only)
    Weather siren for weather related events (controlled and activated by city and county agencies)
    Written statements