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Dear Â鶹ԭ´´ Community,

We continue to closely monitor Tropical Storm Bertha as it moves through the New Orleans area today.

At this time, all university campuses remain open, and normal operations are continuing as scheduled. University officials are actively monitoring weather conditions and are in communication with local, state, and federal partners to assess any potential impacts to our campuses and community.

As tropical storm conditions may result in periods of heavy rainfall, localized flooding, hazardous driving conditions, and travel delays, faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to exercise caution throughout the day. Employees who experience weather-related challenges affecting their ability to report to work should communicate directly with their supervisors. Supervisors are encouraged to provide flexibility as circumstances warrant.

Members of the university community should continue to monitor official weather forecasts and be prepared to adjust plans if conditions change. We encourage everyone to avoid flooded roadways, use caution when traveling, and prioritize personal safety.

The university will continue to evaluate conditions throughout the day and will provide updates if needed. Information regarding university operations and emergency notifications will also be posted at tulane.edu/emergency.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Stay safe,

Office of Emergency Preparedness & Response

Dear Â鶹ԭ´´ Community,

We continue to closely monitor Tropical Storm Bertha as it approaches South Louisiana.

All Â鶹ԭ´´ campuses remain open. At this time, we do not anticipate any changes to normal university operations this week.

The system is currently expected to reach our area tomorrow. Employees who may be affected by weather-related conditions, including flooding or travel delays, should communicate directly with their supervisors. Supervisors are encouraged to provide flexibility as circumstances warrant.

The next update will be sent tomorrow, so please continue to monitor your email. Information regarding university operations will also be posted at tulane.edu/emergency.

Stay safe,

Office of Emergency Preparedness & Response

Dear Â鶹ԭ´´ Community,

We are closely monitoring Tropical Depression 2, which is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha later today.

All Â鶹ԭ´´ campuses remain open. At this time, we do not anticipate any changes to normal university operations this week.

The system is currently expected to reach our area on Wednesday afternoon. Employees who may be affected by weather-related conditions, including flooding or travel delays, should communicate directly with their supervisors. Supervisors are encouraged to provide flexibility as circumstances warrant.

For local emergency alerts, sign up for NOLA Ready Alerts at . You can also follow the latest forecast coverage through local news outlets, including WWL-TV, WDSU, FOX 8, and WGNO.

The next update will be sent tomorrow, so please continue to monitor your email. Information regarding university operations will also be posted at tulane.edu/emergency.

Sincerely,

Office of Emergency Preparedness & Response

Normal operations and access to the Diboll garage and complex will resume on Monday. Vehicles that remain in the garage can still be retrieved through the weekend.

A small number of spaces will be unavailable next week as cleanup continues following the vehicle fire on Friday.

We appreciate your continued patience and understanding.

Thank you,
Office of Emergency Preparedness & Response

Due to a vehicle fire at the Diboll Garage on the uptown campus, which damaged several vehicles, access to the complex and the garage will be closed for the foreseeable future.

The safety of our campus community is our top priority. If you have a vehicle currently parked in the garage, you will not be able to access it until the structure has been thoroughly inspected by several agencies and deemed safe to enter.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, but no foul play is suspected.

An update will be sent once we have more information.

We appreciate your patience as we address this issue.

Thank you,
Office of Emergency Preparedness & Response

Dear Â鶹ԭ´´ Community,

Last night, at approximately 11 p.m., a water pipe burst on the 9th floor of Monroe Hall on the uptown campus, causing flooding. Emergency teams were immediately on the scene to evaluate the situation. We are actively investigating the cause of this incident.

Due to the extent of the water leak, everyone in Monroe Hall was evacuated and temporarily relocated for the night.

Monroe Hall will remain closed until the fire marshal deems it safe for occupancy again. The building is on lockdown, and no one can enter unless necessary and accompanied by someone from the Housing and Residence Life staff. The Â鶹ԭ´´ Police Department and additional security are also on-site 24/7.

In the interim, we are identifying alternative housing accommodations for impacted residents. We will share those details today with the individuals directly impacted, along with additional support resources.

The safety of our community is our number one priority. We are working with emergency officials on a timeline for the building opening and will communicate that information once we have it.

We thank you for your understanding and patience.

Respectfully,

Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response
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This is an important message from the Office Of Emergency Preparedness and Response

TU Alert: New Orleans officials have provided an ALL CLEAR to the Boil Water advisory. The emergency situation is over. Resume use of water.

­If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response at emergencyprep@tulane.edu

This is an important message from the Office Of Emergency Preparedness and Response

A precautionary boil water advisory remains in effect for the entire East Bank of New Orleans which includes Â鶹ԭ´´â€™s Uptown and Downtown campuses. We will advise when the advisory has been lifted. Please boil any water prior to consumption free standing water jugs are ok to use but do not use water fountains. For more information go to:

The Sewerage & Water Board issued a precautionary boil water advisory for the East bank of New Orleans, due to a drop in water pressure.

Don't consume tap water

Use bottled or boiled water to drink, cook, brush teeth, and mix baby formula.

Wash fruits and vegetables with bottled or boiled water.

Don't use ice from ice trays or ice makers. Make new ice with bottled or boiled water.

To be safe, give your pets bottled or boiled water.

Be careful bathing If you're a healthy adult, you can bathe or shower with tap water. Be careful not to swallow any water.

Give babies and young children a sponge bath or use boiled water to bathe.

If you have open wounds or a weakened immune system, use boiled water to bathe.

Use hand sanitizer after washing hands.

Take care cleaning

Wash countertops and tables with boiled water.

Use a rinse temperature of 150° F or a sanitize cycle on your dishwasher.

Wash dishes by hand as usual. Then soak in mixture of 1 gallon of water and 1 teaspoon of bleach for 1 minute.

Do laundry as usual.

Boil water safely Heat water until large bubbles come from the bottom to the top of the pot.

Let the water boil for at least 1 minute.

Turn off the stove and let the water cool.

Store the water in a clean container with a cover.

Add a pinch of salt and shake to improve the taste.
­If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response at emergencyprep@tulane.edu

This is an important message from the Office Of Emergency Preparedness and Response

TU Alert: A precautionary boil water advisory is in effect for the entire East Bank of New Orleans which includes Â鶹ԭ´´â€™s Uptown and Downtown campuses. We will advise when the advisory has been lifted. Please boil any water prior to consumption. Free standing water jugs are ok to use but do not use water fountains. For more information go to:

­If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response at emergencyprep@tulane.edu

Dear Â鶹ԭ´´ Community,

Many thanks to all of you for your patience, commitment and hard work as we experienced a truly historic winter storm in our region. As snow and ice from winter storm Enzo begin to melt, we are looking forward to the return of everyone to our campuses. Â鶹ԭ´´ Facilities Management is conducting thorough assessments of all campus buildings to ensure their safety and readiness for a return to normal operations tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 24.

As previously announced, all classes and work will remain remote today, except for essential personnel while on-site classes, work and normal operations will resume tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 24. Please note that some dining locations and campus areas may have limited access as we work to fully restore services.

Employees within the School of Medicine and the Â鶹ԭ´´ National Primate Research Center will receive direct communication from their leadership regarding any changes to their operations.

While we are eager to return to our usual routines and on-site operations, we recognize that some members of our community may still be facing winter storm-related challenges. We ask for continued flexibility from faculty and supervisors, as well as support in keeping with the compassion and understanding that define the Â鶹ԭ´´ community.

Below Are Some Safety Reminders for Returning to Campus:

• Exercise caution when driving. Even when the road seems clear, there might be a thin layer of ice.
• Watch for falling snow or ice from rooftops and overhangs.
• Be cautious of slippery surfaces, particularly in shaded or untreated areas.
• Avoid entering any spaces marked with caution tape or signage.

We extend our deep appreciation to the many staff members working diligently to ensure our campus is safe and operational for our return and physical reopening. This includes those supporting these efforts remotely. If you encounter team members restoring our campuses and supporting essential services, we encourage you to express your gratitude to them.

Please continue to monitor your email for any updates from the Office of Emergency Preparedness & Response. For details on available dining services, please visit the .

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus tomorrow.

Sincerely,

Michael A. Fitts, President
Robin Forman, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost
Patrick Norton, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer