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• Storage is prohibited in all exit ways and means of egress. This includes primary hallways and all stairwells.
• Exits must remain unobstructed at all times. Blocked or obstructed exits have caused "chain reaction" pileups of fallen people during emergencies.
• The minimum width of hallways shall be 36 in. (91 cm).
• Obstructed stairwells or exits can seriously hinder your escape effort during an emergency situation.
• Obstructed stairwells or exits can seriously hinder the efforts of emergency response personnel such as the University Police, Physical Plant Services and the Milwaukee Fire Department.