Auburn University responds after accidental alerts

Auburn University Responds to False Alert Warnings

Auburn University addressed confusion caused by multiple mobile alert warnings mistakenly sent to faculty and students on Thursday morning.

Details of the False Alerts

The university community received several safety notifications, including alerts about a tornado, an active shooter, and other potential dangers.

Official University Statement

Auburn University clarified that these warnings were sent in error. The campus is currently safe and not facing any threats.

"The university has since announced that those alerts were sent in error and the school’s campus is not currently under any threat."

Additional Information

The official statement was posted on the Auburn.edu homepage as the university worked to reassure its community.

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