Putnam County, FL – The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is advising residents that a SWAT training exercise will take place this afternoon near Kelley Smith Elementary School (KSES).
According to the Sheriff’s Office, law enforcement vehicles and patrol cars will be visible around 3:30 p.m. as the department’s tactical team stages for a scenario at a different location. Officials emphasized that the drill will not occur on school property and that Kelley Smith Elementary will continue normal operations.
The agency issued the notice to prevent alarm among parents and residents who may see a large police presence in the area during student pickup hours. Deputies said the exercise is part of routine preparedness training and involves multiple response units.
Residents in nearby neighborhoods or traveling along 21st Century Drive may notice increased activity and are advised that it is part of the planned exercise.
The Sheriff’s Office reiterated that there is no threat to public safety and the training is intended solely to enhance emergency readiness.
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