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Keeping the peace on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus. This profile is not monitored 24/7 — call 911 for emergencies.

 Urbana, Ill.
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CFD, @ChampaignPD, and @UIPD trained on hazardous materials today at CFD Station 6.
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With subfreezing temperatures ahead, please check to ensure that exterior doors and windows are fully closed in university facilities to help protect equipment and systems. More tips and how to contact F&S team members about cold weather issues at fs.illinois.edu/News/keep-ex… 🥶
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Registration is now open for the 2025 spring semester! 🧯🔥 This campus-wide training introduces individuals to the basic elements of fire extinguisher usage! fs.illinois.edu/News/campus-… #ILLINOIS
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Normal campus traffic signal operations will resume on Friday, August 16. View the signal locations and related active transportation info at fs.illinois.edu/News/campus-…
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A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin until 9 PM EDT – at Indiana, USA
This graphic displays Tornado Watch watch number 195 plotted on a map. The watch is in effect until 9:00 PM EDT. The watch includes parts of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin. The threats associated with this watch are a few tornadoes likely, scattered hail up to tennis ball size possible and scattered gusts up to 70 mph possible. There are 17,780,235 people in the watch along with 5500 schools and 323 hospitals.

ALT This graphic displays Tornado Watch watch number 195 plotted on a map. The watch is in effect until 9:00 PM EDT. The watch includes parts of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin. The threats associated with this watch are a few tornadoes likely, scattered hail up to tennis ball size possible and scattered gusts up to 70 mph possible. There are 17,780,235 people in the watch along with 5500 schools and 323 hospitals.

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The Green Street Mile is ready to go on campus! Traffic along Green Street will be halted for runners and walkers this evening. Alternate routes are suggested for the next hour.
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Calling all bibliophiles, book artists, and food lovers to celebrate the book arts and the (literal!) ingestion of culture: we invite you to submit an entry for and attend the 17th annual Edible Book Festival! library.illinois.edu/geninfo…
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A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas and Missouri until 9 PM CDT – at Missouri, USA
This graphic displays Tornado Watch watch number 43 plotted on a map. The watch is in effect until 9:00 PM CDT. The watch includes parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas and Missouri. The threats associated with this watch are a few tornadoes likely, widespread hail up to apple size likely and scattered gusts up to 70 mph possible. There are 7,434,053 people in the watch along with 3031 schools and 207 hospitals.

ALT This graphic displays Tornado Watch watch number 43 plotted on a map. The watch is in effect until 9:00 PM CDT. The watch includes parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas and Missouri. The threats associated with this watch are a few tornadoes likely, widespread hail up to apple size likely and scattered gusts up to 70 mph possible. There are 7,434,053 people in the watch along with 3031 schools and 207 hospitals.

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Illini-Alert@IlliniAlert8 Mar 2024
Illini-Alert. 911 service has been restored. All emergency and non-emergency lines are working properly.
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The threat for severe storms increases Tuesday evening as a deepening low pressure system sends a cold front toward the area. Primary hazards will be damaging winds and large hail. Stay weather aware Tuesday! #ILwx
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Safety is important for bikers, pedestrians and drivers around our campus. A few tips: 🔸 Be courteous and share the road. 🔸 Stay attentive and obey traffic signals, walking directions and street markings. 🔸 Keep your eyes up while driving, biking, riding and walking.
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@ChampaignPD4 Oct 2023
CPD is joining @UIPD and members of the faith community this Saturday, Oct. 7, from 1-4pm on the University of Illinois South Quad for an opportunity to bring people together for fun and conversation. We'll see you there!
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Illini-Alert@IlliniAlert4 Oct 2023
Illini-Alert. Fire crews will remain on scene at 1402 S First St, Champaign. It is safe to resume normal activities.
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Illini-Alert@IlliniAlert4 Oct 2023
Illini-Alert. The fire at 1402 S First St, Champaign has been put out but fire crews remain on scene working. Please continue to avoid the area.
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Illini-Alert@IlliniAlert4 Oct 2023
Illini-Alert Emergency. Fire at 1402 S First St, Champaign. Avoid area. If in or near this location, leave immediately. More information to come.
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IMPORTANT: On Wednesday, Oct. 4th at 2:20 p.m. ET, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test on cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and TVs. This is a standard test that occurs at least once every three years. No action is needed. Info & FAQs: fema.gov/emergency-managers/…
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Volunteers needed. Sign up here: go.fs.illinois.edu/LightTheN… The 16th annual Light the Night, a bike light giveaway event, is on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 from 4-7 pm at three locations: 1. Alma Mater Plaza, 2. Hallene Gateway 3. Ikenberry Commons Quad calendars.illinois.edu/detai…
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Week one ☑
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This afternoon & evening, storms are expected to redevelop across east central IL. Damaging winds & isolated tornadoes will be possible. The next chance for severe storms will be late Sun afternoon & evening. Damaging winds, hail, & isolated tornadoes will be possible. #ILwx
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🥵HOT!🔥 Students, faculty, and staff should take action to conserve energy through Friday. 🕐ESPECIALLY 1-8 p.m. ❌Shut off 🔅Shut down 💤Sleep Mode 🔌Unplug go.fs.illinois.edu/EnergyAle… #ILLINOIS
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