Update, 12:32 p.m.: A news release has now confirmed that the security threat earlier this morning was an alleged bomb threat in a vehicle at Gate 10.
Fort Campbell Emergency Services responded immediately, safely evacuated affected Soldiers and Family members, and cordoned the area, said the release. The vehicle was cleared, and no explosives were found.
The driver of the vehicle was detained and transported for evaluation to Blanchfield Army Community Hospital.
“Thankfully there was no threat to Fort Campbell and our local community,” Col. James Snowden, U.S. Army Fort Campbell Garrison Commander. “Our emergency responders responded quickly to the incident, ensuring the safety and security of our community.”
The incident remains under investigation.
Gate 10 has been reopened, but the Mabry gate has been closed, and residents in the Woodlands are able to return to their homes, said the release.
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CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Early this morning, Fort Campbell Emergency Services responded to a security threat at Gate 10. Fort Campbell Emergency Services safely evacuated affected soldiers and family members, and then cordoned the area, according to a news release.
The situation is under control, but as of 9:30 a.m., Gate 10 remains closed to allow law enforcement and Emergency Services to finishing searching and clearing the area.
Commuters are urged to avoid Gate 10 for the time being. Commercial trucks should use Mabry Gate until Gate 10 reopens and POVs should use an alternate gate. Everyone should be prepared to add extra time to their commute to and from Fort Campbell.
Christian Brown contributed to this article.