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Wednesday, February 14, 2018

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Active shooter reported at South Florida high school

Posted By Monivette Cordeiro on Wed, Feb 14, 2018 at 3:27 PM

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Photo via WSVN 7

Law enforcement officers are responding to a South Florida high school after reports of an active shooter near campus.

Coral Springs Police are warning people to stay away from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland as they investigate the area.

AVOID AREA OF DOUGLAS HS for ACTIVE POLICE SCENE. Do not call 911 unless an emergency. Nothing further.
— Coral Springs Police (@CoralSpringsPD) February 14, 2018

Students/Teachers #Douglas High School Remain barricaded inside until police reach you.
— Coral Springs Police (@CoralSpringsPD) February 14, 2018

#BSO is working a developing incident regarding a report of active shooter located at 5901 Pine Island Rd, Parkland. Here's what we know so far: deputies are responding to reports of a shooting at Stoneman Douglas High. There are reports of victims. PIO will be on scene 3:15pm.
— Broward Sheriff (@browardsheriff) February 14, 2018

WSVN 7 showed through its helicopter report multiple people being treated near fire rescue ambulances and students walking out of buildings with their hands up. It's still unclear at this point how many are injured.

As always, it's important to remember to be aware that in the minutes after breaking events like mass shootings, misinformation can be reported. Read the tips below from WNYC as you continue to follow this news.

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This story is breaking. We will be updating as soon as we get more information.

Tags: florida school shooting, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Parkland, Video, Image

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