Nova High School evacuation: All-clear given after bomb threat

Two schools in Broward County were evacuated on Monday over what police initially called a suspicious incident.

Davie Police officials said the incident occurred at Nova High School, prompting all students and staff to evacuate.

Nova Middle was also evacuated as a precaution.

Chopper 6 showed students on athletic fields for a couple hours while police investigated.

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Broward County Public Schools later clarified that the evacuation was due to a bomb threat.

Davie Police Officers are currently on scene of a suspicious incident at Nova High. As a precaution, both Nova High/Middle School have been evacuated. At this time we are checking to ensure the safety of students and staff. Updates will be given as soon as they become available. pic.twitter.com/PdWQosm8km
— Davie Police Dept. (@DaviePolice) February 26, 2024

A short time later, police said both schools were cleared and re-opened for normal operations. The lockdown was lifted and students were allowed to return to class.