Hurricane

This policy concerns the operation of PHCC campus in Martinsville, Virginia during the hurricane season, normally defined as June 1 through November 30.

Coordination

The campus security will monitor the National Weather Service for current weather conditions and potential threats. Upon announcement from the National Weather Service that the Martinsville area will be affected by a hurricane of any category strength, the campus security will convene the College's Emergency Management Team (EMT). The EMT is comprised of several college officials, including, but not limited to Vice President of Academic & Student Services, Dean of Student Development Services, Director of Communications and Public Relations and campus Security. The EMT will notify the college's President of the potential hurricane strike, update him on areas of concern and provide an effective plan that will address them. Likewise, the EMT will notify the President when conditions on the campus are safe for the students, faculty and staff to return. All instructions to evacuate will be given by the President or his designee.