UT Office of Emergency Management

Emergency Management means being ready and YOU are your own best first responder. Follow us to learn how to stay #LonghornReady for any emergency on campus.

[UT Office of Emergency Management @UTAustinOEM]

🫀It's National CPR & AED Awareness Week!

📍 Sign up for a campus CPR/AED training:

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[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

A Flood Watch has been issued through Wednesday morning. Rain amounts generally from 1-3 inches with pockets up to 5 inches are expected which could lead to rapid, life-threatening flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas. Never drive through flooded roads! #txwx

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🚨 WATCH vs. WARNING 🚨
Knowing the difference can help you act fast when severe weather hits.

⚠️ WATCH = Be Prepared
🚨 WARNING = Take Action

Stay weather aware, Longhorns 🤘

#UTAustin #WeatherSafety #EmergencyPreparedness #HookEm

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With summer thunderstorms in the forecast and just around the corner, stay safe with these storm tips! ⛈️

Thunderstorms are common and can be dangerous. Remember to sign up for local alerts to stay informed on any latest weather updates!

#UTReady

[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

A flood watch remains in effect for much of South-Central Texas including Austin and San Antonio. Locally heavy is likely at times tonight through Monday. Life threatening flooding is possible. Stay weather aware. Turn around don't drown.

[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Texas until 1 AM CDT

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Be prepared. Be protected. 🤘

Building Emergency Plans (BEPs) help keep the UT community informed, connected, and ready when emergencies happen. From assembly points to emergency teams, preparedness starts before the emergency does.

#UTAustin #EmergencyPreparedness #UTReady

[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

Level 1-2 Risk for severe storms this afternoon and evening. Large hail and damaging winds main threats. Locally heavy rain also possible. Level 1-2 of 4 risk for excessive rainfall. Totals mainly 3/4-1", a few spots could get up to 5". Localized flash flooding is possible.

[UT Office of Emergency Management @UTAustinOEM]

Stay informed while traveling this summer 📲

Enroll in STEP for free travel alerts, real-time updates, and important information from the U.S. Department of State. Participation is optional — just a simple way to stay connected while abroad.

Sign up: https://t.co/U9u8ERGCQS

[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Texas until 12 AM CDT

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On behalf of the Office of Emergency Management, we want to congratulate the Class of 2026 graduates!

Congratulations and Hook 'Em Horns! 🎉

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Joining us for Commencement? Stay on updates by texting UTGRAD26 to 888777.

#UT26

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This is a TEST of the Longhorn Alert emergency notification system. Alerts are sent for campus emergencies or operations disruptions.

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Sign Up for Commencement 2026 Updates📲

Text UTGRAD26 to 888777 for alerts on parking, traffic & weather.

On campus longer? Text UTGUEST to 888777 for more updates.

Text STOP to opt out anytime.

[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

A temporary break in shower and thunderstorm activity may take place along the I-35 corridor. However, additional showers and storms toward the Rio Grande will move east through the Hill Country, I-35 corridor, and Coastal Plains this afternoon. A Flood Watch remains in effect.

[UT Office of Emergency Management @UTAustinOEM]

It may be pouring rain today, but wildfire risk doesn’t take a season off! 🌧️🔥

May is Wildfire Awareness Month—stay prepared, make a plan, and protect your community.

#WildfireAwarenessMonth #UTReady

[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

Flood Watch continues in effect through this evening. Several rounds of heavy showers are anticipated which could lead to flooding. Stay weather aware and have ways set up to receive Flash Flood Warnings, including having Wireless Emergency Alerts enable on your phone. #txwx

[NWS Austin/San Antonio @NWSSanAntonio]

Flood Watch is in effect for portions of South-Central TX. Multiple rounds of showers and storms are forecast this evening through early Friday evening. Isolated to scattered instances of flash flooding of creeks, streams, urban areas, and other poor drainage areas are possible.

[UT Office of Emergency Management @UTAustinOEM]

Happy Finals Week Longhorns!

Studying like an emergency manager means building your plan early, prioritizing what matters most, and staying adaptable when things don’t go exactly as expected.

Plan ahead, stay organized, and you’ve got this 🤘

[UT Office of Emergency Management @UTAustinOEM]

Did you know you can sign up for building-specific alerts on campus? 🏢

Log in with your UT EID to choose the buildings you want updates for—like severe weather, fire alarms, and more.

Sign Up Here: https://t.co/KRyWBc3t9J