Ohio State is in the process of revising websites and program materials to accurately reflect compliance with the law. While this work occurs, language referencing protected class status or other activities prohibited by Ohio Senate Bill 1 may still appear in some places. However, all programs and activities are being administered in compliance with federal and state law.

Severe Storm/Lightning

Procedures to Follow

Severe Storm

  1. Try to remain calm.
  2. Seek shelter in a sturdy building away from windows, exterior doors, and walls.
  3. Do not use elevators.

Lightning

  1. Try to remain calm.
  2. Seek shelter away from windows.
  3. Do not use elevators.

Outdoors

  1. Seek shelter in a sturdy campus building.
  2. Avoid elevated places and isolated trees.
  3. Keep your head and body as low to the ground as possible.
  4. Minimize contact with the ground.
  5. Find shelter as quickly as possible.

Information to Know

  • Location of interior corridors
  • Evacuation routes/procedures
  • Shelter-in-place procedures