RacerAlert

Current Alerts

MARCH 13 - 7:49 P.M.

As we continue to make repairs from the storm damage that occurred in February, a full campus power outage will take place on Saturday, March 29. This outage is expected to be no more than 8 hours in duration, starting at 7:30 am. This outage window will also be used to connect power to the new Nursing Building/Jackson Hall site as we continue to move forward with adding this building to our campus along with several other electrical maintenance/repair items to be addressed.

We ask that you be sure to turn off all unprotected computers and sensitive electronic equipment prior to this electrical outage for safety purposes.

Communication will be distributed to all students residing in the residence halls regarding the timing of the outage for their hall.

We appreciate your patience as we make these necessary maintenance/repair items.

march 13 - 1:39 p.m.

Based upon the most recent information received from the National Weather Service, there is a strong potential of severe storms Friday evening through the early morning hours on Saturday (March 14-15). Damaging winds, and possible tornadoes are the primary concerns.

There is a possibility of a second round of thunderstorms during the late morning into the afternoon on Saturday (March 15). Damaging winds, hail and possible tornadoes are the primary concerns with this round of storms. We urge everyone to exercise caution, stay safe and stay alert for possible severe weather conditions. If you are planning on being outdoors or traveling, check forecasts and be aware of the weather conditions. We are monitoring the weather closely and will keep you updated as necessary.

Please watch for alerts on this page, Murray State’s social media platforms, and email. Texts will be used in warning situations. We encourage you to monitor weather conditions as they develop through your chosen weather source due to rapid changes in the weather. One option is the National Weather Service of Paducah, which provides regular updates on its social media platforms as well.

To ensure receipt of emergency notifications (including weather-related emergencies) from the RacerAlert system, the University encourages all employees and students to update their contact information through their myGate accounts.

What is RacerAlert?

RacerAlert is the system of emergency communications that allows the Murray State Police Department to provide information during an emergency or when prompt communication is required. The RacerAlert webpage, in conjunction with the University’s homepage, will be a place that the University community can view the most up-to-date information during any critical incident. Many of the alerts you might receive during an emergency will send you to this page so that we do not have to send texts and emails for every update.

Sign Up for RacerAlert Text Messages

For Faculty Staff and Students

Racer Alert emergency notifications are sent to students, faculty, and staff who have provided their cell
phone contact information through their MyGate accounts. To modify your primary cell phone number
in MyGate, follow the MyGate Information Change Instructions.

You can add or modify phone numbers and email addresses and add family members to receive
emergency alerts by creating a MyConnect Portal account and following the Murray State Internal MyConnect Portal Setup Instructions.

You may also opt-out of emergency notifications from your MyConnect Portal.

For Parents and Community Partners

Anyone can sign up to receive emergency text messages. Just follow the Murray State External MyConnect Portal Setup Instructions for creating a MyConnect Portal account.

RacerAlert’s Emergency Notification System (ENS)

The Murray State University’s Racer Alert ENS is a system intended to notify the campus community about any situation or condition that could threaten the safety of individuals on campus. You can expect to receive the following types of messages from RacerAlert:

Alerts- These are emergency alerts letting you know about incident or condition that requires immediate attention and are required by the Clery Act. At a minimum, this type of notification will be made using text messages and emails. It may also include sirens, phone display, social media, and campus signage.
Timely Warning Notices- These are messages about crimes that have already occurred but represent an ongoing threat. These notices are also required by the Clery Act.
Police Department Announcements- These are messages sent by the Murray State Police to inform the Murray State community of general safety information that is not required by the Clery Act, but which the police believe will assist the community in being safer on and near campus. An example would be if a series of robberies occurred near campus, but not on campus, and the victims included students, faculty, and staff.
Test Messages- Testing is an important part of any emergency alert system. Murray State Police will test the ENS at least once per semester. This testing is also required by the Clery Act.