Good Evening -
We hope this message finds you doing well as we continue to navigate through these challenge times. We’re writing today with important information about a winter weather event later this week.
Bottom Line Up Front: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch, which is in effect from late Wednesday night through Thursday evening. With significant icing possible, power outages and tree damage are likely, and travel could be extremely difficult.
Students in University Housing
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For Deacon Place residents, the Long Drive entrance gate will remain open overnight. Once all ice/snow has been cleared, the gate will return to the regular open/close schedule.
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If you should experience a power outage, please report it to Facilities and Campus Services at 336-758-4255.
- Our Facilities and Campus Services team will be ready to respond to winter weather. Should you find a problem in your community that needs attention, please report it to Facilities and Campus Services at 336-758-4255.
Students living at Crowne Properties or other off-campus properties
- If you should experience a power outage due to inclement weather, please call Duke Energy directly (1-800-769-3766) to report your outage.
- Should you find a problem at your property that needs attention, please report it to your landlord or property management as soon as possible.
Students in Quarantine or Isolation
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If you are currently in quarantine/isolation in a community that loses power, please contact rlhiqcor@wfu.edu to explore options for alternate arrangements.
- Additionally, if you live off-campus you may want to utilize friends or delivery services to stock up on non-perishables and water ahead of the storm.
Tips for Preventing Ice-Related Issues
- Keep all windows closed.
- Leave the heat at 65 degrees (at least).
- Leave kitchen and bath cabinet doors open.
- Leave sink faucets to a slow drip.
Safety tips for ALL students
- Be sure to use caution any time temperatures are below freezing, as slick areas may exist or reappear overnight.
- Pay attention to your surroundings. Avoid walking under tree limbs and power lines that have ice on them.
- It is good preparation to have a flashlight with fresh batteries in the event of a power outage.
- Stock up on non-perishables and water ahead of the storm in case you are unable to leave home for food.
- Plan to charge all your devices (phone, laptop, etc.) on Wednesday before the storm is projected to begin.
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During a power outage, keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. For further food safety guidance, please visit foodsafety.gov.
Should you have an emergency, please contact 911 or call University Police at 336-758-5911 for assistance.
As always, the Office of Residence Life and Housing can be reached at 336-758-5185 or at housing@wfu.edu. The University Call Center will be open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Eastern weekdays at 336-758-7500.
Stay well!
Zach Blackmon, Ph.D., MBA
Associate Director of Operations
