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ALT WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY Over the next few days, winter weather and extreme low temperatures are expected throughout the Philadelphia region. We have taken precautions to help protect our buildings and sidewalks. Prolonged exposure to the cold can result in serious health problems, most common being hypothermia and frostbite according to the Philadelphia Department of Health. Dress warm and stay dry.
ALT WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY Follow these tips: Dress in layers. Wear hats, scarves, and water-repellent coats. Wear mittens instead of gloves; they’ll keep your hands warmer. Cover your mouth. Protect your lungs from extremely cold air by covering your mouth. Be aware of wind chill. Wind carries heat away from the body. Be aware of frostbite. Frostbite is frozen body tissue, usually skin. It affects fingers, toes, ears, and the tip of the nose first. The skin might lose feeling or look white, pale, hard or waxy. Then the skin may turn red, blue or purple. Skin can also swell or blister. The victim may also feel tingling, burning or severe pain as the frostbitten tissue thaws. If symptoms are detected, get medical help immediately. Check on the elderly and your pets who are also vulnerable at this time.
ALT Hypothermia (abnormally low body temperature) is a life-threatening condition. If you suspect hypothermia symptoms: Get to a warm location. Remove wet clothing. Put on dry clothes and wrap your entire body in a blanket. Warm the center of the body first. Drink warm non-alcoholic and non-caffeinated beverages. Seek medical attention as soon as possible. If you have concerns about your health, please consult with your supervisor. Your health and safety are our greatest concern
ALT "Look Up and Look Out" with a pair of sunglasses showing a pedestrian in a crosswalk and a vehicle with headlights and the text: Pedestrians, Follow road signs and signals, Use crosswalks whenever possible and Drivers, Watch for pedestrians. Use extra caution in hard-to-see conditions."
ALT The words “Crime Log” in light blue with the Division of Public Safety logo below on a white background.
ALT A Group of people pose with the owners in a clothing cleaner shop, the owners are holding flowers, a card, and a plaque thanking them for their partnership and friendship in the community.
ALT Several people pose with the owners of a local clothing cleaner business, the owners are holding flowers, and a plaque thanking them for being a part of our community.
ALT Photo of a group of 14 people, many in police uniform, standing in a seminar room.
ALT Out late? Available 24 hours a day,365 days a year between 30th to 43rd and market to Baltimore. Also between 30 th and 50th, spring garden to woodland ave between 10am and 3am daily.
ALT Image text: Traveling for spring break? Request a special property check! While you’re away, DPS officers check the exterior of registered properties for signs of safety or security breaches. Available without charge to residents in the Penn patrol zone. Register your property: https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/contact/propertycheck/
ALT Register for Penn Guardian! An app that allows you to contact Public Safety via phone or text. With Penn Guardian, you can: Create a personal profile that immediately provides DPS dispatchers with critical information if you call them. Submit a tip confidentially, with a photo if needed. Be located by Police and emergency responders if you need immediate assistance but are unable to give your location.
ALT Image of two hot chocolate mugs. Text: hot chocolate bar, hosted by division of Public safety in collaboration with Houston hall programming team. Friday, Dec 15th at 7pm.
ALT Graphic of a student with a backpack. Header: Walk Back and Walking Escort Services! Body: Walk Back – A Public Safety Officer will be posted at the “Button” from 10:00pm - 3:00am during reading days and finals (Dec 12-21). Every half hour the officer will enter Van Pelt Library to offer walking escorts to anyone in the building. Walking Escort - Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, between 30th to 43rd Streets and Market Street to Baltimore Avenue. Request a walking escort by asking any Public Safety Officer, calling 215-898-9255, using a blue-light phone.
ALT Image of text, reading: The Following is a Traffic & Transit Advisory from Penn Public Safety The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) Police Union voted to strike effective this evening. Multiple law enforcement and community outreach agencies throughout the region will be assisting SEPTA in responding to emergencies throughout the transit system. Penn Police, along with Philadelphia and Drexel Police will be assisting SEPTA Police supervisors in policing on subway surface trolleys, stations, and portals throughout the Penn Patrol Zone. They will be responding to calls for police and emergency medical services if needed. We do not anticipate any SEPTA service disruptions as a result of the strike. -------------------------------------- Please visit the SEPTA website for updates and travel information at https://www.septa.org/
ALT Bike Locking Tips 1 Use a Ulock and make sure you secure through the frame and wheel rim 2 Use cable lock by securing through Ulock and around other wheel rim 3 locking skewers may be installed to replace quick releases for added security 4 Use cable lock secured to seat and around bike frame for added security
ALT Graphic of two mugs of hot chocolate and stars and tree decorations. Text: Hot Chocolate Bar hosted by Division of Public Safety in collaboration with Houston Hall Programming Team. Friday December 15th at 7pm.