When the siren sounds, university officials will post information about the emergency as soon as possible. However, depending on the nature of the emergency, it may take several minutes for information to become available. For this reason, it is important that campus community members remain sheltered until an "all clear" has been issued.
There are several ways to seek out emergency information after the sirens have sounded:
For Everyone
For Students, Faculty, Staff, Parents and Community Members
- Check one's cell phone for an emergency text alert from UNCWAlert
- Students are automatically registered, however, all others must self-register
- Check UNCW issued e-mail for an emergency e-mail notification
UNCW Neighbors
Neighbors in the surrounding area of UNCW's main campus will be able to hear the siren when it is activated. In this case, neighbors should seek information in the same way UNCW community members will. For example, checking the UNCW homepage or calling the Emergency Information Hotline, etc.
The siren will warn surrounding neighbors of immediate hazards requiring shelter in place just as it will warn the UNCW community. Neighbors should take shelter as well because an emergency requiring siren activation will likely not only affect the main campus, but also the surrounding areas.
Neighbors will be notified about the full volume siren tests through various means by the Office of University Relations and others.
If you are a neighbor to UNCW and would like to be added to the siren notification e-mail list, or if you have concerns about the siren system, please e-mail the UNCW Emergency Manager.