When severe weather conditions are imminent, the National Weather Service issues either a Watch or a Warning. This applies to the reporting of severe thunderstorms, the approach of weather conditions favoring the formation of tornadoes, a hurricane, a winter storm, or other extreme weather.
- A Watch becomes effective when atmospheric conditions are right to produce the particular weather phenomenon.
- A Warning means that the weather condition has been spotted and prompt action must be taken for safety.
Except in very rare circumstances, the decision to close offices in the building based on severe weather will not be made by Cushman & Wakefield, but rather by each Tenant
However, in the event these conditions do exist, the following guidelines should be kept in mind:
- Move away from outside windows. If the windows in your offices are supplied with blinds, close the blinds (this will provide protection from broken glass).
- If evacuated, lock all desk drawers and take all items of value with you.
- If evacuated, use a route that is in the building interior and stay away from large expanses of glass and windows.
- Use the stairwells rather than the elevators.
- If evacuated, do not return to your office until advised to do so.