Virginia Tech Emergency Management

Virginia Tech Emergency Management The official page for Virginia Tech Office of Emergency Management.

is a Virginia Tech program designed to actively engage in basic emergency preparedness efforts as an extension of the university motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).

Weather on your radar? It should be! 👀📲Knowing what’s headed your way can help you plan ahead before the weather takes a...
09/10/2026

Weather on your radar? It should be! 👀📲

Knowing what’s headed your way can help you plan ahead before the weather takes a turn.

Make checking the forecast part of your routine and keep an eye on trusted weather sources for changing conditions. ⛈️

Stay weather aware. Stay informed.
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Sip, learn, save. ☕️✨Tomorrow’s coffee run comes with a side of preparedness! Find VTEM at Coffeeholics, test your prepa...
09/09/2026

Sip, learn, save. ☕️✨

Tomorrow’s coffee run comes with a side of preparedness! Find VTEM at Coffeeholics, test your preparedness knowledge, and snag 15% off your order.

Being Hokie Ready has its perks. 😉🦃

Did you get the VT Alert TEST last week? 👀📲VT Alerts are one of the most important ways to Stay Informed when an emergen...
09/09/2026

Did you get the VT Alert TEST last week? 👀📲
VT Alerts are one of the most important ways to Stay Informed when an emergency happens on or near Virginia Tech campus locations.

If you didn’t receive it, now’s a good time to check your VT Alerts settings and make sure you’re subscribed. 🚨

Stay in the know, Hokies! 🧡
Sign up or check your settings by using the VT Alerts link in our bio.

New week, new way to Be Hokie Ready! 📲🦃This week, we’re talking about ways to Stay Informed — because knowing where to f...
09/08/2026

New week, new way to Be Hokie Ready! 📲🦃
This week, we’re talking about ways to Stay Informed — because knowing where to find trusted information is an important part of being prepared.

First up: make sure you’re following Virginia Tech and Virginia Tech Emergency Management on social media so important updates are already in your feed. 🤳✨

Stay connected. Stay informed.🤝

Happy Game day, Hokies! 🏈🦃🧡Before you head to Lane, make sure you’re game-day ready! Charge your phone, check the weathe...
09/05/2026

Happy Game day, Hokies! 🏈🦃🧡

Before you head to Lane, make sure you’re game-day ready! Charge your phone, check the weather, stay H₂O hydrated, and have a plan to reconnect with your crew.

, cheer loud, and LET’S GO HOKIES! 🧡❤️🏈

Evacuate/Avoid 🚪Sometimes being Hokie Ready means knowing when to GO. 🚶‍♀️➡️An Evacuate/Avoid protective action means it...
09/04/2026

Evacuate/Avoid 🚪

Sometimes being Hokie Ready means knowing when to GO. 🚶‍♀️➡️

An Evacuate/Avoid protective action means it’s time to leave an area—or stay away from it altogether. Knowing how to evacuate safely and following instructions from emergency personnel can help keep you and those around you safe.

Swipe ➡️ to learn what to do, save this post for later, and . 🧡

Shelter-in-Place 🌪️When thunder roars, go indoors. ⛈️🦃A Shelter-in-Place protective action may be issued when severe wea...
09/03/2026

Shelter-in-Place 🌪️

When thunder roars, go indoors. ⛈️🦃

A Shelter-in-Place protective action may be issued when severe weather or another outdoor hazard makes it safer to stay inside. Knowing where to shelter and what to avoid can help you act quickly when every minute counts.

Swipe ➡️ to learn what to do, save this post for later, and . 🧡

This week, we’re talking Protective Actions! 🚨🦃Protective actions are steps you may be asked to take when receiving a VT...
09/02/2026

This week, we’re talking Protective Actions! 🚨🦃

Protective actions are steps you may be asked to take when receiving a VT Alert during an emergency to help keep yourself and others safe.

First up: Secure-in-Place. 🔐

A Secure-in-Place may be issued when there is an immediate threat outside or near campus. Knowing what the alert means before you receive one can help you act quickly and confidently when it matters.

Swipe ➡️ to learn what to do, save this post for later, and follow along this week as we break down more protective actions to help you . 🧡

TOMORROW: Let’s put your preparedness knowledge to the test! 🧠✨Join Virginia Tech Emergency Management and Cranwell Inte...
09/02/2026

TOMORROW: Let’s put your preparedness knowledge to the test! 🧠✨

Join Virginia Tech Emergency Management and Cranwell International Center for Be Hokie Ready Trivia Night! 🦃 Whether you’re new to the U.S., new to Virginia Tech, or just ready to show off what you know, everyone is welcome!

🍽️ Free food
🏆 Prizes
🧰 FREE first aid kits for the first 20 students
🤝 A chance to meet new people!

📅 Tomorrow, September 3
⏰ 5:30pm–6:30pm
📍 Goodall Room, Newman Library

Bring a friend, bring your best game face, and let’s see who’s really Hokie Ready! 🧡

Address

Virginia Tech Public Safety Building, 330 Sterrett Drive, Suite 148
Blacksburg, VA
24061

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15402314873

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