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Inclement Weather/Emergency
Closings
The Weyauwega
Public Library will be open for the stated hours when it is safe
and reasonable. As in all situations there are times when common
sense should prevail and the staff should use their judgement
at these times. Situations, which could arise when it is not safe
and reasonable to remain open, are as follows:
- Snowstorms
that make it unsafe for the staff to reach their homes. Blowing
and drifting snow, excessive cold, and large amounts of snow
forecast, are all reasons for the staff to be aware of changing
conditions. If the roads are becoming hazardous, businesses
are closing, and storm warnings are issued, the staff should
consider closing the library.
The staff is to make the decision for closing the library. The
following persons are to be called before the library should
close: city hall , informing the city clerk or the assistant
clerk; a board member, preferably the board president; and WDUX
radio station, notifying them of the closing.
- Tornado
watches and warnings should be taking very seriously. During
a watch, staff should watch the sky and make patrons aware of
the tornado watch. In the event of a warning and the fire sirens
are sounded in the city of Weyauwega, staff should take cover
in the basement of the library, making sure that all patrons
in the building at the time are also taken to the basement.
- If the
building's fire alarms should sound, staff should make sure
all persons in the building are evacuated. Staff should then
go to the nearest phone and call the Fire Department. No one
should re-enter the building until the all clear has been given
by the Fire Department.
- If evacuation
is needed during library open hours, staff is to turn off the
main water valve in the basement furnace room and shut off main
electrical panel. All doors and windows should be secured and
locked before staff leaves the building.
- In case
of a bomb threat, the building should be evacuated immediately
of all persons and staff. Staff should then go to the nearest
phone and call the Police and Fire Departments. No one should
re-enter the building until the all clear has been given by
the Police and /or Fire Departments.
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