Unwanted Intruder

Emergency Contact Information

• ECU Campus Police: (580) 559-5555
• Chief Burt Miller: (580) 559-5760
• Ada Police Department: 911
• Lighthorse Police Department: (580) 436-9022
• Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Office: (580) 332-4169
• Mercy EMS: (580) 332-5555

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Emergency Notification System

In the event of an emergency, ECU will issue alerts through multiple communication channels:

• ECU Tiger Alert – Text and email notifications
• ECU Website and Social Media – Real-time updates
• University Email – Official messages to students, faculty, and staff

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Immediate Actions: Run. Hide. Fight.

RUN – Evacuate if it is safe to do so

• Use a clear escape route; evacuate immediately.
• Leave personal belongings behind.
• Warn others as you exit.
• Do not stop to help wounded individuals.
• Call 911 when safe. Give details: location, description, and weapon(s).

HIDE – Shelter in place if evacuation is not possible

• Find a secure room; lock and barricade the door.
• Turn off lights and silence all electronics.
• Hide behind large furniture and remain quiet.
• Stay out of view from doors and windows.
• Administer first aid only if trained and safe to do so.

FIGHT – As a last resort

• Prepare to defend yourself if confronted.
• Use available objects (e.g., fire extinguishers, chairs) as weapons.
• Act decisively and with full force.
• Disarm and disable the shooter if possible.