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To keep everyone as safe as possible, please begin preparing for winter weather events. When severe enough, these events may cause us to modify our operations, alter parking locations and bus service schedules, and require some team members to remain in or near our patient care facilities after their shift ends. Steps you can take now include: 

Awareness

• Monitor weather forecasts via the National Weather Service, local media, and Virginia511 (for traffic and road conditions).
• Consider an emergency alert app, like Guardian, FEMA or the Red Cross.
• Monitor for UVA Health Emergency Management updates via email and text.
• Status Board | UVA Health: An online hub that communicates team member reporting status and local-level operations status detail for UVA Health medical centers, clinics, and other locations across the health system.

Preparedness

• Protect yourself and family with a Family Emergency Plan.
• Pet owners should have plans to care for their animals.
• Put together a basic disaster supplies kit, or “Go-Kit” if you do not already have one. During severe weather, you may need to arrive early to work or be held over. 

Outside

• Clear all snow and ice from cars before taking to the roads after a storm.
• Avoid walking on ice. Keep your steps and walkways as free of ice as possible using rock salt or another de-icing compound. Stick to cleared paths/sidewalks.
  • Report an icy patch or area that needs clearing at a UVA Health facility by calling 434.924.2267.
• Dress warmly and in layers. Wear appropriate footwear.