In the event of a campus-wide emergency, visit the Caltech Emergency Communications page for updates about current conditions.
Contacting Security for Emergencies
Security can be reached for emergencies 24 hours a day from on-campus telephones by dialing 5000 or from off campus telephones by dialing 395-5000.
Campus Emergency Telephones
Additionally, there are 23 emergency telephones, including 14 telephones on campus, six telephones in the California Parking Structure, and three telephones in the Catalina Apartment housing complex. The phones are "push to talk" and connect directly to the Emergency Communications Center, which is staffed 24 hours a day. The Emergency Communications Center is located at the entrance to the parking structure at 370 South Holliston.
Contacting Security for Non-emergencies
Dial extension 4701 on campus or 395-4701 off campus for non-emergency responses, such as escorts, reports, or information.
Caltech Campus Safety Department
Dial extension 6727 on campus or 395-6727 off campus for safety related issues or questions. For more information on the Safety Department you may visit their website.
Information Hotlines
In the event of an emergency, hotlines will be available to provide recorded information about the impact of the emergency on the campus, including whether or not employees should come to work. Recorded information for employees can be received at 395-3291 or (888) 427-7465. Parents should call (888) 427-7512.
Crisis Response Support
If you are concerned about the threat of violence or an individual's emotional stability, click here for crisis response resources on campus.
