Emergency Alerts and Updates


In the event of an emergency that poses a significant threat to the operational integrity of campus facilities or the safety of the campus community, the Service Office will promptly notify all affected individuals via email; this type of event generally covers multiple buildings and/or a large exterior space.

Relevant information will also be posted on this webpage.

This page will provide updates for incidents such as:

  • Gas odors
  • Water main breaks
  • Power outages
  • Hazardous material spills
  • Major leaks
  • Other critical infrastructure and/or utilities failures

Notifications will include the following:

  • Initial Alerts: A detailed description of the incident and immediate actions or precautions to be taken.
  • Ongoing Updates: Real-time information on the status of response efforts and any evolving safety instructions.
  • Resolution Notifications: Confirmation of incident resolution, along with any necessary follow-up actions or recommendations.

For timely and accurate information, please refer to this page during any emergency.

Please note: these are not the same updates as “Illini Alert,” managed by Public Safety.

If you would like to receive email updates regarding emergencies or other services and information, contact fscustomerrelations@illinois.edu.