There is currently no emergency.

In the event of an emergency, this space will be used to provide timely information to the University community. It will be updated regularly as new information becomes available.

This site informs the Northwestern University community about what to do in advance of, during, and after a major emergency.

If a major emergency - such as a flood, fire, or hazardous material accident - occurs, the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will be activated and specially trained personnel will respond.

Reporting an Emergency

Call 911 for any situation that requires any immediate police, fire, or medical response.

Other Important Phone Numbers:
  • University Police non-emergency:
    Evanston    : 847-491-3456
    Chicago    : 312-503-3456
  • Facilities Management (repairs): 456 (from campus phones)
    Evanston: 847-491-5201
    Chicago: 312-503-8000
  • Information Technology (repairs): 611 (from campus phones)
  • Main Telephone Numbers:
    Evanston: 847-491-3741
    Chicago: 312-503-8649

Keeping Updated on an Emergency

  • In an emergency situation, this page will be updated with new information as it is available.
  • The emergency voicemail system will also provide updates:
    Evanston: 847-491-1100
    Chicago: 312-503-1100