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Mason Alert: Tornado Drill and Severe Weather Warnings

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Tornado Drill: This message initiates the 2023 Statewide Tornado Drill.  This is a TEST of the Mason Alert emergency notification system. This drill will begin at 9:45 a.m. and end at 10 a.m. today; there will be no further Mason Alert messages. Participation in this drill is optional.

To participate, identify or gather in a shelter area, and review the Tornado and Severe Weather Preparation Guide with coworkers, students, or friends (https://ready.gmu.edu/be-prepared/).

Mason Alert Tornado Warnings: Tornados, although rare, do occur in our region and can produce life-threatening conditions. All university students and employees automatically receive tornado warnings that are issued within three miles of a Mason campus or site (Mason Square, Fairfax, Loudoun, SciTech, SMSC, Potomac Science Center, and Point of View). These alerts are distributed to ensure that students and employees are made aware of potentially life-threatening weather conditions.

Students and employees are strongly encouraged to register a cell phone with the Mason Alert system or download the RAVE Guardian application to receive Mason Alert messages in a timely manner. Instructions on how to register a cell phone number in Mason Alert or download the RAVE Guardian public safety application are available at http://ready.gmu.edu.

For additional information about emergency preparedness at George Mason University, please visit http://ready.gmu.edu or contact SEERM-Emergency Management at 703-993-8448 or seerm@gmu.edu. To change your emergency notification preferences or to register your cell phone to receive emergency notifications via text message, visit http://alert.gmu.edu.

Thank you for participating in this drill and test of the Mason Alert system.

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Mason Alert: Hazardous Material Incident on Fairfax Campus Eisenhower Hall

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A hazardous materials incident has been reported in Eisenhower Hall on the Fairfax Campus. Eisenhower Hall will be closed until further notice.  There are a large number of fire, emergency medical services, and police in the vicinity of Eisenhower Hall.  Presidents Park Drive is temporarily closed to facilitate cleanup and emergency response operations.

Please remain away from this area until further notice. There is no threat of exposure or injury to the area surrounding Eisenhower Hall. Follow the instructions of University Police and emergency response personnel. An update on this situation will be sent via Mason Alert when more information becomes available.

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Mason Alert: ALL CLEAR: University Police Investigating Person with Weapon

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ALL CLEAR:

**Thanks to a quick-thinking bus driver, the suspect in this incident has been located and the weapon was recovered by police.  We appreciate everyone’s patience and vigilance during the investigation.**

Original Message:
A person with a weapon has been seen on the Fairfax campus. University Police are searching for a person who fits the following description: Mid-20s year old black male, approximately 5’8″ – 6 feet tall, 130 pounds, last seen wearing a blue and yellow windbreaker jacket, black pants, white tennis shoes, carrying a gray backpack.  He has short black hair and an “X” tattoo on his face, and a tattoo on his neck.  Person was last seen near Ike’s and President’s Park Drive at 4:15am and believed to be headed away from the area.  The individual is an employee who works at GMU. Police are seeking this individual for questioning.

Please report anyone matching this description to the University Police at 703-993-2810. Do not approach or take any action. See our Facebook page for a photo.

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Mason Alert: University Police Investigating Person with Weapon UPDATE

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UPDATE:

**Multiple Police agencies have searched the area and were unable to locate the suspect.  He is no longer believed to be in the GMU area.  Police have received information to ID the individual and continue to investigate the incident.  The community is encouraged to resume their routine activities but remain alert to their surroundings.**

A person with a weapon has been seen on the Fairfax campus. University Police are searching for a person who fits the following description: Mid-20s year old black male, approximately 5’8″ – 6 feet tall, 130 pounds, last seen wearing a blue and yellow windbreaker jacket, black pants, white tennis shoes, carrying a gray backpack.  He has short black hair and an “X” tattoo on his face, and a tattoo on his neck.  Person was last seen near Ike’s and President’s Park Drive at 4:15am and believed to be headed away from the area.  The individual is an employee who works at GMU. Police are seeking this individual for questioning.

Please report anyone matching this description to the University Police at 703-993-2810. Do not approach or take any action. See our Facebook page for a photo.

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Mason Alert: University Police Investigating Person with Weapon

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A person with a weapon has been seen on the Fairfax campus. University Police are searching for a person who fits the following description: Mid-20s year old black male, approximately 5’8″ – 6 feet tall, 130 pounds, last seen wearing a blue and yellow windbreaker jacket, black pants, white tennis shoes, carrying a gray backpack.  He has short black hair and an “X” tattoo on his face, and a tattoo on his neck.  Person was last seen near Ike’s and President’s Park Drive at 4:15am and believed to be headed away from the area.  The individual is an employee who works at GMU. Police are seeking this individual for questioning.

Please remain away from this area and report anyone matching this description to the University Police at 703-993-2810. Please see our Facebook page for a photo.

If this person is determined or suspected to be dangerous, a warning will be sent via Mason Alert. More information about this situation will be provided as soon as possible.

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Mason Alert: Due to power outage ar Fairfax Campus George Mason University will close at 7:50PM, today, July 17th

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George Mason University administrative offices will close today July 17th at 7:50pm. Classes currently in session or starting after 7:50 are cancelled due to power outage. Visit www.gmu.edu for more information.

The university will provide updates, if necessary, on Mason’s operating status via Mason Alert. Please visit www.gmu.edu, call 703-993-1000, and read Mason Alerts for the latest information. A decision regarding the university’s operating schedule for Thursday July 18th will be announced no later than 5:30 a.m. that morning; however, it is anticipated that the university will resume normal operations on Thursday.

University Events: University events may be postponed or cancelled. Please check with the event coordinator, event website, or University Events Management at http://events.gmu.edu for more information.

For operating hours of university services, please see the links and information below.

Mason Shuttles: https://transportation.gmu.edu

Mason Recreation: http://recreation.gmu.edu

Dining Services: http://dining.gmu.edu/

Employees: for information related to faculty and staff accounting for your time during delayed openings or early closings, please refer to the Inclement Weather Guide at: http://hr.gmu.edu/payroll/index.php?t=7

Eagle Bank Arena, Center for the Arts, and Hylton Performing Arts Center: Events hosted at these facilities may be postponed or cancelled. Please visit the appropriate website for more information.

Student Centers (Johnson Center, SUB I, and the Hub) will close one hour after the early closure time indicated above. See http://studentcenters.gmu.edu for more information.

University Libraries: Visit http://library.gmu.edu for operating hours and online library resources.

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Mason Alert: Power Outage Fairfax Campus Wednesday, July 17

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The Fairfax Campus has experienced a power outage affecting most buildings on the Fairfax Campus.  If you are trapped in a building and need immediate emergency assistance, call 911.

  • Discontinue all non-essential work until utilities are restored.
  • If there is insufficient light, exit the area or building to a location with sufficient natural light.
  • Assist faculty, staff, and students who may not be familiar with evacuation procedures or the building floor plan.
  • If it is unsafe to exit the building, relocate to an area that has sufficient ambient light to avoid injury, such as a lobby or conference room with windows.

Facilities Management and utility companies are working to identify the problem and restore power as soon as possible. An update on this situation will be sent via Mason Alert as soon as possible.

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Mason Alert: Loudoun Campus closing 1:00 p.m. today, June 26th

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Mason Alert: George Mason University’s Loudoun Campus will close today, Wednesday, June 26, at 1:00 p.m. due to a police bomb threat investigation near campus. There is no immediate threat to Mason’s Loudoun Campus. The campus is being closed out of an abundance of caution and to facilitate the police investigation.

Administrative offices are closed and classes held at or after 1:00 p.m. today will be conducted online.

All classes, activities, and offices will maintain normal operating schedules on all other university campuses, sites, and centers.  The Loudoun Campus will resume normal operations on Thursday, June 27.

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Weather Alerts

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The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for the Loudoun Campus. Seek shelter if necessary or hazardous conditions exist.

  • Locate and take shelter in hardened structure immediately.
  • Move to an interior room or hallway without windows on the lower floors of the building.
  • Stay away from large loose objects such as bookcases, cabinets, or shelves.
  • Do not use elevators or glass enclosed stairwells.
  • If you are outdoors and unable to reach a building return to your vehicle or find a low lying area and protect your head with your hands, bag, or other items.
  • Remain in the shelter area until the severe weather has passed.

Additional information about this weather event is available via weather radios, local TV stations, or on line at http://weather.gov. A tornado warning means that a severe thunderstorm capable of producing tornadoes is imminent or occurring.  NWS weather warnings span a large area; this weather warning does not mean that campus will be struck by a tornado, but there is a possibility that a tornado may occur on or near campus.  Take appropriate precautions based on your location, activities, and weather conditions.

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Mason Alert: Due to inclement weather George Mason University will open at 10:00 a.m. today, Monday, February 11th

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George Mason University administrative offices will open at 10:00 a.m. today, Monday, February 11th, due to inclement weather. Classes beginning at or after 10:00 a.m. will be held as scheduled. Shuttle services will begin at 8:25 a.m. Please use good judgment and travel safely.

University events may be postponed or cancelled. Please check with the event coordinator, event website, or University Events Management at http://events.gmu.edu for more information. Allow additional travel time to and from campus and plan activities accordingly.

The university will provide updates, if necessary, on Mason’s operating status via Mason Alert. Please visit http://www.gmu.edu, call 703-993-1000, and read Mason Alerts for the latest information.

For information related to faculty and staff accounting for your time during delayed openings or early closings, please refer to the inclement weather guide at: http://hr.gmu.edu/payroll/index.php?t=7

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