ALERTS

The all-clear has been issued for Heustis Hall.

At approximately 2:30 p.m. today, a small explosion occurred under a chemical hood in a research area on the third floor of Huestis Hall. A faculty member was injured and was transported to Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend with non-life-threatening injuries.

Huestis Hall was evacuated, but the incident was contained to the third floor lab. There is no immediate danger to the surrounding area. The UO Department of Public Safety and Environmental Health and Safety responded when the original call was received by the Communications and Emergency Response Center. Eugene Fire Department and HAZMAT teams are on the scene.

The University is conducting a test of the UO Alert! system.

This is only a test.

For more information about the UO Alert! system, please visit:

http://emc.uoregon.edu/content/uo-alert-frequently-asked-questions