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šØ Breaking: Fort Stewart, Georgia on Lockdown Amid Active Shooter Situation
Fort Stewart, Georgia ā one of the largest U.S. Army installations east of the Mississippi ā is currently on lockdown following reports of an active shooter, according to military police.
The official Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Facebook page confirmed that casualties have been reported and the situation remains ongoing. Law enforcement and emergency crews are on the scene, and residents have been urged to shelter in place. The lockdown began at 11:04 a.m.
āThere is an active shooter,ā a Fort Stewart Police Department spokesperson confirmed. āThe situation is still developing.ā
š About Fort Stewart
Fort Stewart isnāt just any Army base ā itās a sprawling military community located about 40 miles southwest of Savannah. The installation covers roughly 280,000 acres, making it the largest military installation by area in the eastern United States.
It serves as the home of the 3rd Infantry Division, known for its distinguished combat history dating back to World War I. The post trains and deploys both active duty and reserve units and plays a critical role in rapid military readiness.
Fort Stewart is also unique in that it houses a blended population of over 10,000 soldiers, families, and civilian employees who live and work on post. Itās a small city in itself ā complete with schools, housing areas, training ranges, and airfields.
ā ļø Situation Status
At this time:
Active shooter confirmed
Casualties reported (exact number unknown)
Base locked down since 11:04 a.m.
Law enforcement still securing the scene
Officials have not yet released details on the number of casualties, the shooterās identity, or their motive. The situation remains fluid, and updates will be provided as soon as they are confirmed by official sources.
Weāll continue to monitor developments at Fort Stewart and update this story as more information becomes available.
