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Recent Crime Alerts

  • CRIME ALERT- Public Notification
    09/19/2023 5:42 pm
    CrimeALERT: Arson - Ganedago Hall On September 19, 2023, at 11:40 a.m., the Cornell University Police Department and Cornell University Environmental Health & Safety responded to Ganedago Hall for a report of a sign damaged by fire in an elevator. It is unknown when the fire occurred but the damage was first observed on August 30, 2023. The incident is under investigation and no suspect description is available. Anyone with information related to this crime is asked to contact the Cornell University Public Safety Communications Center at (607) 255-1111. The Cornell University Police Department urges the community to protect themselves in the event of a fire by alerting those around you, then evacuating the building, closing room doors as you leave, activating the fire alarm, and moving away from the building once you exit. Immediately report any suspected criminal activity by dialing 911 or utilizing the RAVE Guardian app.

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Building Evacuation


Evacuation is required:

  • any time the fire alarm sounds,
  • an evacuation announcement is made, or
  • a university official orders you to evacuate.

In the event of an evacuation:

  • Alert those around you who might not have heard.
  • Turn off equipment and secure hazardous operations if possible.
  • Take your keys, jackets, and any personal items with you, you may not have access to them for hours or longer.
  • Close doors and windows. Leave room lights on.
  • Remain calm and walk to closest exit. Do NOT use elevators.

If you are unable to leave the building due to a physical disability:

  • Go to the nearest area where there are no hazards.
  • Use a telephone to call 911 (on the Ithaca campus you can also call Cornell Police at 607 255-1111).
  • Be sure to give them the room number so they can send help to you.
  • If possible, signal out the window to on-site emergency responders.
  • One person may remain with you if they wish to assist you.

Do not re-enter until given an “all clear” signal by emergency personnel.

Disability Planning for Emergency Evacuations

Do you have a condition (temporary or permanent) that might prevent you from leaving a building during an emergency?  Visit the Emergency Evacuation Planning web page for information about developing an evacuation plan.

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