NAS Pensacola responding to active shooter situation

Authorities responded Thursday to a potential active shooter situation at a military base in Pensacola, Florida, but found no signs of a shooter. No injuries were reported.

Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons told reporters that authorities responded to a report of shots being fired at a building at Naval Air Station Pensacola’s Corry Station.

Authorities responded to the location and found no signs of an active shooter after sweeping the building.

“Our Security team is responding swiftly and expertly with our local law enforcement partners,” Capt. Chandra Newman, commanding officer of the base, said in a statement. “Our concern is always the safety and welfare of our service members and their families.”

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.