A Natural Disaster is any natural event in which the University may be put in jeopardy (ie: major flood, blizzard, or hurricane).
The Natural Disaster Plan is designed to assist Suffolk University in maintaining services when a situation exists that may prevent employees or students from entering or leaving the University for an extended period of time.

5.3.1Responses to Natural Disasters

• Unplug all unnecessary equipment and appliances, including sensitive electrical instruments and computers
• Store all equipment in safe areas away from windows - keep curtains/blinds closed
• Assist where needed or as may become necessary as directed by department manager
• When conditions warrant, move students or staff away from windows
• Contact your supervisor before leaving your department
• In the event that weather or other emergency conditions warrant the all-day closing or delayed opening of the University, announcements will be made via the University Emergency Messaging System, no school closing notifications will be made before 5:30 a.m. School closing information will also be posted on the website.
• Between the hours of 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM announcements will be made on the following radio and television stations:
  • WBZ 1030 AM
  • WRKO 680 AM
  • WBMX 98.5 FM
  • WBUR 90.9 FM
  • WBZ-TV Channel 4
  • WCVB-TV Channel 5
  • WHDH-TV Channel 7

If a storm occurs late in the day, announcements of evening cancellations may be heard from 3 PM to 5 PM. Calls should not be made to the University Police Department, radio, or television stations to verify University closing.