A threat, usually verbal or written, to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, death, or injuries, whether or not such a device actually exists. Typically delivered by telephone, the majority of such threats are intended to cause disruption, revenge, or play practical jokes, rather than warning of real devices.
• Download and complete the UM Bomb Threat Data Form. • Call your campus emergency phone number.
The University of Miami's Bomb Threat Policy can be accessed via PolicyStat.
Action Guidelines
If you receive a bomb threat via phone ask the following questions:
What time/day is the bomb going to explode?
Where is the bomb located?
What does it look like?
What kind of bomb is it?
What will cause it to explode?
Did you place the bomb?
Why?
What is your address?
What is your name?
Attempt to identify the characteristics of the caller:
Male or female
Accent
Sober or intoxicated
Nervous or calm.
Other identifiable characteristics in the caller’s voice
