[Intl-stu] Severe weather...be prepared!

[International Students]

In light of the recent severe weather in the North Texas area and the possibility of severe weather in the DFW area this evening (Sunday, April 13, 2014) the ISSO would like to provide some important information and resources for international students.  North Texas can experience different types of severe weather including severe thunderstorms, tornados, and floods during the spring and summer months (and all year long).  
 
The American Red Cross provides important tools and resources IN DIFFERENT LANGUAGES and I would encourage you to take some time to review these resources.  This information may be found at http://www.redcross.org/prepare/disaster-safety-library.  Many local television stations also have apps for your phone that you may download that provide alerts for severe weather.  The Red Cross also has an apps available for free download that will provide alerts in case of severe weather.  
 
TORNADO, FLOOD OR THUNDERSTORM WATCH  
A tornado, flood, or thunderstorm watch means that the potential exists for a thunderstorm or tornado to develop.  The weather conditions are conducive for severe weather to develop and it is very important to listen to your local radio or television station and be aware of the weather conditions around you.  
 
TORNADO, FLOOD, OR THUNDERSTORM WARNING
A tornado, flood, or thunderstorm warning means that one of these is occurring or will occur very soon and you need to take shelter or be prepared.  Again, it is very important to listen to your local radio or television station and be aware of the weather conditions around you.  Be sure to review the Red Cross link above for helpful information.  
 
You may also be instructed at times to "shelter in place" during a severe weather emergency.  Shelter in place means to move into a small interior room in the home, buidling, or structure you are in and move away from any windows or doors.  Do not go outside or get in your vehicle and drive around when an alert has been announced to shelter in place.  It is important to have a radio or another means of listening to the weather report (cell phone app, portable radio) while you are sheltering in place. If you should have any questions please contact the ISSO. 
 
John Mark Jones, Director
International Student Services
Texas A&M University- Commerce
PO Box 3011
Commerce, TX 75429
Phone:  (903) 468-8144    
FAX:  (903) 468-3200
http://www.tamu-commerce.edu/international
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