Utility Emergency

Procedures to Follow

Power Outage

  1. Try to remain calm.
  2. Notify Service2Facilities by calling (614) 292-HELP.
  3. Provide assistance to others in your immediate area who are unfamiliar with the building.
  4. If you are in an unlighted area, proceed cautiously to an area that has emergency lighting.
  5. If instructed to evacuate, proceed cautiously to the nearest exit.

Gas Leak

  1. Try to remain calm.
  2. Notify OSU Public Safety by calling the non-emergency line (614) 292-2121.
  3. Extinguish any open flames (this includes cigarettes).
  4. Do not use any electrical appliances (microwaves, stoves, etc). Do not turn on/off light switches.
  5. If you begin to feel ill or suspect a serious leak, evacute the building/leave the area and call 9-1-1 for assistance.
  6. If instructed to evacuate, proceed cautiously to the nearest exit.

Information to Know

  • Location of incident
  • Cause of incident
  • Building name
  • Your phone number
  • Your location
  • Areas affected
  • Time of outage