C'ville is a pretty safe place. However we still need to take of care ourselves. Here are some safety tips adapted from UVa police website...
Walking at night • Avoid walking alone at night. Use the Safe Ride Service or walk with friends. About the detail of Safe Ride Service, please refer to http://www.virginia.edu/uvapolice/saferide.htm
• Know the Grounds. Find out what buildings are open late where you can summon help if needed. • If walk alone, tell a friend where you are going and when you will return. • Stay alert. Keep your mind on your surroundings. • Use the Blue Light Phones located throughout the Grounds.
Fire Safety • Activate the fire alarm if you detect a fire in a building. • Exit by the nearest stairway. • Call 911 or use a Blue Light Phone to notify emergency personnel. • Attempt to extinguish the fire only if you can do so safely. • Learn the locations of the emergency exits and fire equipment. • Always exit the building in the event of a fire alarm.
Party Safety. Remember that partying can be safe AND fun, if you take precautions early so that you aren’t sorry later.
• Let your neighbors know how long the celebration will last. • Follow all local fire laws. • In the event of an emergency, call 911.