Possible Natural Hazards
The University of Texas at El Paso is in a region that faces many weather conditions and natural hazards; at times, these are significant enough to disrupt normal business activities. These may include:
- Heat Waves
- Severe Thunderstorms (Hail, Lightning)
- Flash Flooding/ Floods
- High Wind Events
- Possible Tornadoes
- Winter Weather (Ice Storms, Snow, and Sleet)
- Earthquakes
Though most natural conditions result from natural weather patterns, others, such as earthquakes, are unique.
When any of these events occur, it is essential to take precautionary measures, including:
- Accessing the Mass Media for Weather Updates
- Miner Alert Notification System
- Staying Indoors
- In the unlikely event of an earthquake, please remember to Drop, Cover and Hold On.