Emergency Preparedness

You can check the status of the e-mail system at www.bc-status.info.

Be Prepared

Brooklyn College has developed comprehensive emergency plans, guides and procedures. Of course, these preparedness plans will be greatly enhanced by a knowledgeable community. We highly recommend that all members of the college community familiarize themselves with our plans and guides so that everyone will be prepared should an emergency arise.

On-campus Emergency Numbers

If an emergency occurs on campus, please call the appropriate number below.

• Campus Security
  911 or 718.951.5511
• Medical Assistance / Emergency Hotline
  718.951.5444
• Environmental Health and Safety
  718.951.5400
• Chemical or Radioactive Spills
  718.951.4268 or 5400
• After Hours — All Services, Emergencies or Spills
  718.951.5511 or 5444

Class Cancellation

Severe weather conditions, power outages and other emergencies may necessitate the cancellation of classes and campus events. To find out the status of the campus, check the college website or the portal. You may also call 718.951.5444 or 5445, or listen to the following radio stations:

• WBLS 107.5 FM
• WCBS 880 AM / 101.1 FM
• WFAS 1230 AM
• WINS 1010 AM
• WLIB 1190 AM
• WADO 1280 AM (Spanish)

Additional Resources

• Federal Department of Homeland Security
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• MTA
• News 12 Brooklyn
• NY1
• NYC Office of Emergency Management
• NYC Poison Control Center, 800.222.1222 or 212.764.7667
• Weather Channel