Tech Stuff

Category: Safety

  • UALR Active Condition

    UALR Campus Living – Winter Weather Update

    Campus Living Advisory

    Winter Weather & Freeze Protection Update

    Status: ACTIVE
    💧 Drip Protocol: ACTIVE
    Prevent Frozen Pipes

    To prevent plumbing failure in your unit, please follow these instructions immediately:

    • Drip Faucets: Turn on the cold water faucet in your kitchen and bathroom. Allow it to drip steadily (a slow trickle).
    • Open Cabinets: Open all cabinet doors under sinks (kitchen and bath) to allow warm room air to reach the pipes.
    • Thermostat: Ensure your heat is set to at least 68°F and set to “Auto”. Do not turn off your heat.
    🚗 Road Conditions
    Check Before You Travel

    Campus roads and surrounding Little Rock highways may be hazardous.

    We utilize IDrive Arkansas for official road status. Please check the live map for ice, snow, and accident reports before leaving campus.

    Launch IDrive Arkansas Map »

    External Link: Arkansas Department of Transportation

    Campus Living Assistance

    If you experience a heating failure, burst pipe, or water leak, contact staff immediately.

    Campus Living Office / Maintenance

    501-916-3743

    Staffed 24/7 during emergencies
    DPS (Public Safety)

    501-916-3400

    For life safety emergencies

  • Little Rock Police Dispatch:

    Real-Time Monitor

    This dashboard provides a direct window into the City of Little Rock’s active police operations. It streams data directly from the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system.

    Why is this data important?
    Safety
    Community Awareness: Identify active incidents or disturbances in your neighborhood in near real-time.
    Traffic
    Commute Planning: Spot “Accident” or “Traffic Stop” reports to avoid congested routes.
    Civic
    Transparency: See exactly how public safety resources are deployed across the city.

  • I Smell Something Funny Burning

    What to Do If Someone Is Burning Trash and the Smell Is Toxic

    Burning trash in residential areas is not only illegal in many cities, including Little Rock, but it can also release harmful toxins into the air. Here’s the proper procedure to protect yourself and your community.

    🚨 Step 1: Immediate Emergency Response

    • If the burning is active and poses a health hazard or fire risk, call 911 immediately.
    • Provide the exact location and describe the situation clearly.

    📞 Step 2: Report Non-Emergency Burning

    For ongoing or nuisance burning that isn’t an immediate danger:

    • Dial 311 to file a complaint with Little Rock Code Enforcement.
    • Contact the Fire Prevention & Community Outreach Division at Central Fire Station (624 S Chester St).

    🏛️ Step 3: Know the Law

    Little Rock ordinances prohibit trash burning in congested districts. Yard waste burning may be allowed under strict conditions, but it must not:

    • Create a persistent nuisance
    • Pose a fire hazard
    • Obscure visibility on roads

    📋 Step 4: Escalate if Necessary

    If the issue continues:

    • Contact the Arkansas Department of Energy & Environment – Air Quality Division at (501) 683‑0873.
    • Report to the EPA or use the Arkansas DEQ online complaint system.
    Tip: Document the incident with photos or videos if safe to do so. This helps enforcement agencies take action faster.

    Stay safe and help keep our air clean. Share this guide with your neighbors!