Hazards
Hurricane
VIEW THE USF HURRICANE GUIDE
A hurricane is a type of tropical cyclone, which is a generic term for a low pressure system that generally forms in the tropics. The cyclone is accompanied by thunderstorms, severe wind and occasionally tornadoes.
It only takes one storm to threaten, cause damage and disrupt our lives. A hurricane will not occur without warning, so in the off-season it is important to be educated, develop a plan, and ensure that you are adequately prepared. Monitor the weather closely during hurricane season, which runs from June 1 - November 30.
By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster.
When a tropical storm or hurricane is forecasted to impact USF, follow directions and guidance administered by public safety officials. All official information regarding campus closings, class cancellation, evacuation, and re-population of the campus will be communicated through the main and the USF Emergency Information Line by calling 1-800-992-4231.
PREPARATION
The USF Hurricane Guide provides information on campus operations and hurricane preparedness tips.
It is very important to maintain a Disaster Kit year round. Use the checklist below to ensure you have all the supplies you need before hurricane season starts!
Emergency Supply Kit Checklist
Find more information on Disaster Kits at
EVACUATION
While evacuation will not always be necessary, it is important that you are prepared if there is a need to leave your home. Locate the closest evacuation shelter and the safest route to get there. Ensure that at least one other person knows the address of the shelter or any other locations you plan to go in the event of an evacuation.
During a declared evacuation, Pizzo Elementary School on the USF Tampa campus will be opened as a shelter to the general population. USF students from all campuses are welcome to go here.
For those not wishing to go to a general population shelter, Jennings Middle School (9325 Governors Run Dr, Seffner, FL 33584) will be opened exclusively for USF students.
黑料爆料 from Sarasota-Manatee and St. Petersburg campuses who wish to shelter at one of these Tampa shelters will be transported via the Bull Runner. This will be coordinated and communicated in advance by USF Housing and Residential Education.
Campus Evacuation Shelter Supply List
Each county maintains a list of evacuation shelters:
If the campus is evacuated, do not return until public safety officials have directed you to do so. Hurricanes can inflict severe damage to infrastructure, roadways, and buildings. Post-hurricane environmental conditions are likely to be unsafe.
Be prepared, be ready, and be safe!