Year: 2019

Flash flood warning issued

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for Phelps County through 10:30 p.m. tonight. Please take the following precautions: Do not walk, swim, or drive through flood waters. Turn around. Don’t drown! Just six inches of moving water can knock you down, and one foot of moving water can sweep your vehicle…

Prepare for winter weather

The National Weather Service in Springfield, Missouri, has issued a winter weather advisory from 9 a.m. to midnight Friday, Feb. 15. The advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. Follow these tips for preparing for a winter…

Missouri S&T open today; dress for cold weather

Missouri S&T is open for business today (Wednesday, Jan. 30) and classes will be held as scheduled. If a decision is made to close campus, delay opening or cancel classes, students, faculty and staff will be notified via email and text. If you anticipate missing class or work because of the cold weather, contact your…

Prepare for cold weather

The National Weather Service in Springfield, Missouri, has issued a wind chill watch from tomorrow evening (Tuesday, Jan. 29) through the morning of Thursday, Jan. 31. Dangerously cold wind chills (40 degrees below 0) are possible in Phelps County and surrounding counties. The wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as…

Campus remains closed Saturday

Missouri S&T will remain closed on Saturday, Jan. 12, due to the forecast for severe winter weather. Saturday’s men’s and women’s basketball games will be postponed. The library and the Havener Center will also be closed….

Winter weather update

UPDATE: Campus closing at noon today (Friday, Jan. 11). University officials are monitoring weather conditions in the Rolla area to determine whether closure of campus is warranted. We will update campus at 10 a.m. today (Friday, Jan. 11) regarding further plans. For information on winter weather tips, click here….