A terrifying situation unfolded at Florida State University (FSU) in Tallahassee on Thursday afternoon when an active shooter opened fire on campus.
Disturbing footage quickly spread online, showing students running for their lives near the student union, just after midday local time.
Authorities Respond to the Scene
As the chaos unfolded, FSU issued an alert, confirming that police were already on the scene, while additional law enforcement officers were en route.
At the moment, it remains unclear whether anyone has been injured, but the situation is ongoing.
Student Accounts of the Incident
Several students took to social media to share their experiences.
Meteorology student Garrett Harvey posted a video showing people sprinting across a road, captioned, “There is a shooting around the student union. People are running across TN Street.”
Another student, Ryan Cedergren, who was in the affected area, confirmed that he had been evacuated by police and was safe, but didn’t share further details.
“Sending fervent prayers to all impacted, and huge thank you to FSU police, Tallahassee police, and everyone who came to help,” Cedergren wrote.
Local Authorities Advise Caution
In the wake of the shooting, local authorities have urged everyone to stay inside, lock their doors, and avoid approaching the campus.
The situation remains fluid, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
About Florida State University
FSU, located in Florida’s state capital on the panhandle, is a well-known public university with around 45,000 students.
The school boasts an impressive list of alumni, including legendary actor Burt Reynolds and The Doors frontman Jim Morrison.
