UTSI Storm Precautions
In the event of high winds or tornado related weather conditions, the
following general safety procedures are recommended.
- Avoid upper floors whenever possible, the
upper floors receive the full force of the winds.
- Spaces in basement area are better than
locations on any other floor.
- Seek out interior spaces that form a part
of a protected interior core.
- Avoid rooms with exterior walls,
especially those facing south and west. Rooms facing north
usually receive the least damage of all exterior rooms.
- A room that is completely interior
protects against flying debris.
- Avoid interior partitions that contain
glass and rooms with windows.
- Avoid rooms with wide roofs that could
collapse easily.
- If you are outside and cannot get inside,
crouch for protection beside a strong structure, or lie flat
in a ditch or low-lying area and cover your head and neck
with your arms or a piece of clothing.
Recommended UTSI Campus Shelters
1. Bldg 8101, Main Academic Building:
- Lower level stairwells
- Lower level bathrooms
- STAY AWAY FROM MAIN HALLWAY
AND LOBBY!
2. Bldg 8103, Dorm/Student Center/Cafeteria
- Lower level rooms and hallway
- Lower level Recreation Room
- STAY AWAY FROM LOBBY AND
CAFETERIA MAIN FLOOR!
3. Bldg 8132, Propulsion Research Facility
Facilities Contacts
- Wesley T. McMinn, PE
Facilities Director
931-393-7313
- Susan Murphy
Shipping
& Receiving, Mail, Phones, Ofc Supplies
931-393-7311
- Email
a work request
- FAX: 931-393-7531
Physical Plant
MS 29
The University of Tennessee Space Institute
411 B. H. Goethert Parkway
Tullahoma, TN 37388
FAX: 931-393-7531
