UPDATE on 2/5 at 6:20 a.m.: NOCE will open as planned today, 2/5/24. The decision follows inspections across all campuses. Use caution when traveling.
Dear NOCE Campus Community,
I hope this message finds you well. As we continue to navigate the challenges of winter weather, I want to inform you that our North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) leadership is actively monitoring local weather forecasts and alerts in response to a series of winter storms. The safety of our students, faculty, and staff is our top priority, and we are committed to making informed decisions that align with the surrounding school districts. We understand the importance of consistency across all District sites, and our decisions will be made with that goal in mind.
At this time, no campus closures have been determined for Monday, February 5, 2024, but we are closely evaluating the situation. Our NOCCCD facility crews will be conducting thorough inspections on the morning of Monday, February 5, 2024, to assess the safety and readiness of our facilities.
Please expect another email update tomorrow morning (2/5/24) following the facility inspections. This message will provide you with the latest information on the status of NOCE campuses, including any potential closures or precautionary measures.
Your safety is of utmost importance to us, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we navigate these weather challenges together. If you have any immediate concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your immediate management supervisor.
In the meantime, we encourage everyone to prioritize safety.
Stay connected. Dial 311 to get help or ask questions. If you have a critical emergency, call 911. Stay informed by signing up for emergency alerts, including warnings and evacuation notices, at CalAlerts.org.
Additional Resources
- California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services: Storm Safety Season tips regarding how to stay informed, get alerts, how to secure property, and additional emergency preparedness tips for the rainy season in California.
- Storm Season Safety Guide: The state is sharing multilingual resources, deploying a network of community-based organizations through the Listos California campaign, and highlighting other work underway to protect at-risk communities this rainy season.
- Prepare Yourself through Texts: Californians can sign up for a 5-lesson text message course through Listos California on what to do before, during, and after floods, high winds, debris flows, and other storm impacts. This course is available in English, Spanish, Hmong, and Punjabi. Text “CAWINTER” to 20202 via SMS to sign up.
- Visit the National Weather Service for current weather patterns in your area.
Thank you for your attention, and stay safe!
Sincerely,
Valentina Purtell
NOCE President