Update 10:39 p.m.: UGA officials have given the all clear and have confirmed there is not an emergency on campus. The original article is below.
The University of Georgia issued an emergency alert Friday night about a possible armed shooter at the Main Library on the Athens campus. Police now say evidence suggests the report was a hoax, though the area remains restricted as a precaution.
Timeline of events:
- 8:51 PM — UGA Police sent an alert about a report of an armed shooter at the Main Library. Students and staff were told to avoid the area immediately. First responders arrived on the scene.
- 9:34 PM — A follow-up alert said that police are still on site, but at this stage evidence suggests a hoax. Authorities are still urging people to stay away from the library until the situation is fully resolved.
- 10:39 — The All Clear has been given.
What you should do if you’re on campus:
- Continue to avoid the Main Library area.
- If you’re nearby, stay indoors until an official all-clear is given.
- Monitor emergency.uga.edu and UGA’s verified social media for the latest updates.
Officials also asked people not to call emergency numbers for information so phone lines remain open for actual emergencies.
This story is developing, and updates will be posted as more details are confirmed.
