—–UPDATE 12:57 p.m.—–
The all clear has been given regarding the emergency event.
The emergency event was declared due to a security event when a vehicle attempted to enter a secure area of the site for routine work activated explosive detection devices.
After an extensive inspection by law enforcement personnel, the vehicle was cleared.
All barricades are open and normal operations have resumed.
Protecting workers, the public, the environment and national security interests are our highest goals at the Savannah River Site
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SRS News on Twitter, Feb. 25, 2020, around 10:30 a.m. EST
“An event is in progress that has triggered emergency response activities at SRS.
>At this time, there is no indication of a consequence beyond the site. All barricades remain open and site personnel are accounted for.More information will be provided as it becomes available.”