Auburn University: Bomb Threat at Haley Center; Evacuation, Lockdown at AU in Alabama

Auburn University: Bomb Threat at Haley Center; Evacuation, Lockdown at AU in Alabama
A bomb threat was made to the Haley Center in Auburn University, prompting an evacuation. Google Maps
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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A bomb threat was made to the Haley Center in Auburn University, prompting an evacuation.

According to the AU Alert Twitter feed at around 11:45 a.m. ET, the building was being evacuated.

Surrounding buildings are affected.

The school urged students and others to avoid the area until further notice.

“Bomb threat reported to Haley Center. Bldg being evacuated. Surrounding buildings not affected. Avoid Haley Center until further notice,” the feed said.

It’s unclear if the bomb threat was phoned in or e-mailed.

The bomb squad is on the scene, according to images posted to Twitter.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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