Campus Alerts

Timely Warning and Immediate Notifications

Awareness Bulletins

Mar 9, 2023, 3:04:38 PM | All Shasta College Campus will be closing due to snow 

All Shasta College Campus locations will be closed for Thursday, March 09, 2023, due to snow. This closure includes all extended campuses, including the Tehama, and Downtown Health Science and University Center. Online classes are not impacted and will continue regular operations. Campuses will reopen and operations will return to normal on Friday, March 10. Please direct any additional questions to Campus Safety at 530-242-7910.

Feb 24, 2023, 5:29:19 AM |  ATTENTION: Weather closed

All Campus Locations will be closed due to Snow. Employees should contact their immediate supervisor for direction.. Classes and events are temporarily cancelled. Check Shasta College website for more information.

Jan 9, 2023, 1:57:19 PM | ATTENTION: Power Outage at Redding Campus

Redding Campus is currently experiencing a full power outage. The estimated time of power restoration is unknown at this time. The campus will be delayed. Classes and events are temporarily delayed. PGE is assessing the outage. Updates will be provided by 2:20 p.m.. Please consult with your supervisor for further direction. Updates will be released on the Shasta College Website.

Oct 24, 2022, 12:06:38 PM | Shasta College is currently experiencing a power outage

Shasta College is currently experiencing a power outage at the main campus. The estimated time of restored power is 3:30 p.m. Classes are currently being canceled until the power is restored. Employees on the main campus are being released from in-person activities. Please consult with your supervisor for further direction. Updates will be released on the Shasta College Website.

October 25, 2021: Immediate Notification - Rattlesnake (Main Campus)

Hello Colleagues,

This morning a rattlesnake was located in the 200 building. The grounds around the 200 building are currently being checked by members of Physical Plant and Campus Safety. Please be mindful of your surroundings and if you see a rattlesnake on campus please contact Campus Safety at (530) 242-7910 option 2. We are providing helpful tips from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife:

What Can be Done to Prevent a Bite?

  • Hands, feet, and ankles are the most common sites for rattlesnake bites. Using some common sense rules can prevent most snake bites.
  • Never go barefooted or wear sandals when walking in the rough. Always wear hiking boots.
  • Always stay on paths. Avoid tall grass, weeds and heavy underbrush where there may be snakes.
  • Use a walking stick when hiking. If you come across a snake, it can strike the stick instead of you.
  • Always look for concealed snakes before picking up rocks, sticks or firewood.
  • Always check carefully around stumps or logs before sitting.
  • When climbing, always look before putting your hands in a new location. Snakes can climb walls, trees and rocks and are frequently found at high altitudes.
  • Never grab "sticks" or "branches" while swimming. Rattlesnakes are excellent swimmers.
  • Baby rattlesnakes are poisonous! They can and do bite. Leave them alone.
  • Never hike alone. Always have a buddy to help in case of an emergency. Learn basic life-saving methods.
  • Don't handle fresh killed snakes. You may still be bitten.
  • Never tease a snake to see how far it can strike. You can be several feet from the snake and still be within striking distance.
  • Don't keep rattlesnakes as pets. The majority of rattlesnake bites occur when people (usually intoxicated young men in their 20s) tease or play with their "pet" rattlesnake.
  • Teach children to respect snakes and to leave snakes alone. Curious children who pick up snakes are frequently bitten.
  • Always give snakes the right of way!

Sincerely,

Lonnie Seay
Chief Campus Safety

March 24, 2019: Public Health Notice

Follow up sent on behalf of Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency Public Health Branch. 

Link to Press Release:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RMK3hbhrPuXGjt4XBFFX-t3J3RWXWuHH/view?usp=drivesdk

Sincerely,

Lonnie Seay
Director
Shasta College Campus Safety

March 23, 2019: Public Health Notice 

This message is sent on behalf of Shasta County Health and Human Services Agency Public Health Branch. 

Link to Press Release:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/14SvbPsNqQv2COR3mOdNUHz-lDm0nq1GY/view?usp=drivesdk

For more information, contact the Public Health Department at 530-225-5591.

Sincerely,

Lonnie Seay
Director
Shasta College Campus Safety

February 9, 2019: Redding (Main) Campus: Mountain Lion Sighting

Shasta College Main Redding Campus- Overnight of 2/7/19, a Mountain Lion has been seen in the area of Old Oregon Trail and the college. Be aware of your surroundings and report sightings.

Please be aware of your surroundings.

Contact the Department of Fish and Wildlife at 530-225-2300 for assistance if you see the mountain lions.

Contact Shasta College Campus Safety at 530-242-7910 for further assistance, if needed.

Safety Tips provided by the California Department of Fish & Wildlife:

  • Mountain lions are quiet, solitary and elusive, and typically avoid people by nature. However, as human population expands into mountain lion habitat, more frequent sightings may occur and human/mountain lion encounters may increase.
  • Mountain lion attacks on humans are extremely rare. However, attacks have occurred in California. Understanding mountain lion behavior and how to act responsibly in mountain lion country may greatly reduce potential conflict with these majestic animals.
  • Do not hike, bike or jog alone.
  • Avoid hiking or jogging when mountain lions are most active; dawn, dusk and at night.
  • Keep a close watch on small children.
  • Do not approach a mountain lion.
  • If you encounter a lion, do not run; instead, face the animal, make noise and try to look bigger by waving your arms; throw rocks or other objects. Pick up small children.
  • If attacked, fight back. Research on mountain lion attacks suggests that many potential victims have fought back successfully with rocks, sticks, garden tools, even an ink pen or bare hands. Try to stay on your feet. If knocked down, try to protect head and neck.
  • If a mountain lion attacks a person, immediately call 911

More information here: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/keep-me-wild/lion

Sincerely,

Lonnie Seay
Director of Campus Safety
530-242-7910