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What to do in a power outage

University of Pittsburgh - Power Outage GuideTake the right steps to stay safe during a power outage:If you don’t already have emergency supplies, make sure to acquire a flashlight with extra batteries, bottled wat

The old crosswalk in front of Scaife Hall crossing Terrace street has been ripped up and is no longer operational.

Pittwire: Be aware of the latest sidewalk and stop sign improvements on upper campus

Using findings from an independent safety study of the De Soto/Terrace corridor, the City of Pittsburgh determined that it is no longer legal to cross Terrace Street directly in front of the new Scaife Hall entrance.

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Pittwire: Protect yourself from possible scams and fraud with these safety reminders

Online and in real life, it’s important to be smart and savvy about possible scams and fraudulent activity.