Evacuations will occur when an alarm continuously sounds and/or through notification by emergency personnel or emergency messaging system.

What you should do during a FIRE:

• Stay calm.
  
  
• Pull the nearest fire alarm and call 9-911 (in-house) or 911 (cell phone).
  
  
• Give your name and location of the fire. Do not hang up until the police dispatcher tells you to do so.
  
  
• Close the door to the room if the fire is contained there.
  
  
• Leave the building immediately if the fire is large.
  
  
• Inform others as you pass them to leave the building immediately.
  
  
• Walk—don’t run—to the nearest exit.
  
  
• Never use elevators—an elevator may become a trap.
  
  
• Notify emergency personnel immediately if you, or someone you know, are in the building with a physical impairment, or you suspect someone may be trapped inside. 
  
  

What to do in the event of an EXPLOSION:

• In the event of an explosion, IMMEDIATELY take cover from possible falling glass or debris.
  
  
• Pull a fire alarm station.
  
  
• Once it is safe to do so, call Carilion Clinic Police at 7-7911 (in-house) or (540) 981-7911 (cell phone). 
  
  
• Relay the following information:
  - Your location
  - Cause of the explosion, if known
  - Area where explosion occurred
  - Injuries
  
  
• Evacuate the area as soon as it is safe to do so.
  
  
• Follow instructions from authorities. 
  
  

What to do when evacuating a building:

• Remain calm.
  
  
• Close all doors behind you as you leave.
  
  
• Follow the evacuation route for your area.
  
  
• DO NOT use the elevators.
  
  
• Be aware of people with disabilities in your area who may need assistance.
  
  
• Once outside, gather safely in assigned areas according the evacuation plan and away from the building to allow others room to exit.
  
  
• DO NOT return to the evacuated building until you are given clearance by authorized personnel.