Auburn University Technical Error Sends Emergency Alerts
Students reported on social media receiving active shooter, tornado, and hazardous materials alerts from Auburn University. The university confirmed there was no real threat to the campus.
Cause of the Alerts
A technical error caused multiple emergency alerts to be sent unintentionally via the university's "AU Alerts" system on Thursday. Officials are working to fix the issue and prevent it from happening again.
"Earlier today, a technical error caused multiple AU Alerts to be sent through the emergency notification system. Please be assured that there was no threat to campus or the community," the university stated on its website.
"The alerts were triggered unintentionally, and we are actively working to resolve the issue to prevent future occurrences. We understand the alerts may have caused concern or alarm, and we sincerely apologize for any confusion."
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Summary
Auburn University unintentionally sent multiple emergency alerts due to a technical glitch, causing alarm but confirming no real threat on campus.