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Coverage dated October 16, 2026

Threats prompt lockdowns, evacuations at 3 Philadelphia schools

Headline from FOX 29 Philadelphia

Lockdowns and evacuations happened at three Philadelphia schools on Friday after threats were reported, according to police. Police cleared each location shortly after responding and found the threats to be unfounded.

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  1. Phl17

    3 Philadelphia schools faced lockdown, evacuation procedures after threats (opens Phl17)

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    Three Philadelphia schools underwent temporary lockdowns or evacuations on Friday following unfounded threats made by a single caller.

  2. FOX 29 Philadelphia

    Threats prompt lockdowns, evacuations at 3 Philadelphia schools (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)

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    Lockdowns and evacuations happened at three Philadelphia schools on Friday after threats were reported, according to police. Police cleared each location shortly after responding and found the threats to be unfounded.

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