Santa Fe High School Locked Down After Reports Of Popping Noises

SANTA, FE, TX — Reports of popping noises outside Santa Fe High School near Clear Lake spurred a lockdown at the campus Wednesday.

The pops were allegedly heard by a teacher about mid morning on Wednesday.

The Santa Fe Independent School District released the following statement:

“Santa Fe High School has been placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure as a result of a report of popping sounds heard outside the school and in the area. All necessary precautions are being taken in an effort to provide safety for all students and staff. It is important that students remain inside their campus and parents do not request their release. This is for the safety of the student and the parent.
The district is following our emergency plan and we will update you when the lockdown has been lifted. We appreciate your support as we continue to provide a safe environment for all our students and staff.”

The report of pops ignited a panic of sorts with parents rushing to the campus.

However, with the campus on lockdown they were forced to wait outside to ensure the safety of students in the building.

Police officers and sheriff's deputies were called in and searched the area, but didn't find any evidence of a shooting near the school.

Students who were able to leave the campus said they never heard any shots, but heard rumors of an online threat.

Students leaving the campus said they were locked in classrooms until the all clear was given by school administrators.

Area schools have been on heightend alert since the Feb. 14 mass shooting at a Parkland, Florida high school claimed 17 lives.

Since the shooting, dozens of Houston area schools have received threats, leading many district leaders to reach out to their respective communities to reassure the safety of their children.

Students were allowed to leave at about 1:40 p.m.

This is a developing story.

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