Campus Weather Safety

Part of staying safe on campus is being aware of weather safety. We've compiled resources to help you learn about dealing with storms, excessive heat or cold, and other inclement weather conditions.

For information on campus closures related to weather conditions, check the NIU weather status update page.

Current Conditions

The following resources will inform you about current weather and road conditions, as well as power outages:

General Safety

Use the following resources to educate yourself about weather and how to stay safe in extreme conditions:

Tornado Safety

Learn about designated tornado shelter areas on campus with the following resources:

Storm Spotting

Storm spotters are people who are trained to make reports on weather conditions such as hail and flooding. Learn more about storm spotting with the following National Weather Center resources:

Contact Us

Environmental Health and Safety
Dorland Building 200
ehs@niu.edu

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