Severe Weather

The city of Winnipeg is located in a region prone to severe weather. Weather is difficult to predict. Things can happen with little to no warning; therefor action must be taken at the first warning signs such as high winds, funnel clouds, and small flying debris.

STAY CALM

Should severe weather impact the building or area nearby:

• Do not rush out of the building unless you hear the fire alarm evacuation signal.
• If you can do so, take immediate measures to idle industrial processes, then quickly move away from any large or heavy equipment.
• If you are in an office, take immediate shelter under tables, desks or other such objects that will offer you protection from flying glass or debris.
• Keep at least five meters away from windows to avoid broken glass.
• Step under a doorway or into a narrow hall or corridor.
• Keep away from large overhead light fixtures.
• Protect your head and neck with your arms and/or any slightly rigid object.
• If fire occurs, pull the nearest fire alarm pull station and evacuate.
• Await further instructions from building emergency representatives.

If evacuation is ordered:

• Watch out for falling glass, brick, electric wires, or other hazardous objects.
• Refer to the Building Evacuation procedures in this guide.
• Do not re-enter the building, unless authorized by Security or Emergency Services.
• Reserve the use of phones for emergency calls only.