Lackland Air Force Base in Bexar County, Texas, went on lockdown Monday after officials received a bomb threat, prompting a large-scale security response. Personnel and visitors at the base were immediately instructed to shelter in place as security teams conducted thorough sweeps of the area.
Details surrounding the threat remain limited, and base officials have not disclosed whether any suspicious devices have been found. Law enforcement and base security personnel are actively investigating, with bomb squads and emergency response teams deployed to ensure the safety of everyone on the installation.
All base operations have been temporarily suspended, and residents and employees have been advised to remain indoors, lock doors, and avoid windows until authorities give an all-clear. The lockdown has also affected access points to the base, with limited entry and exit permitted while security checks are conducted.
No injuries or damages have been reported at this time, and officials continue to coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency responders to manage the situation. Base leadership has urged the community to remain calm and follow official instructions.
Further updates are expected as the investigation unfolds and authorities work to ensure the safety of all personnel on the base.