Miami-Dade County, Florida – The Homestead Air Reserve Base in Florida was evacuated Wednesday night due to an ‘ongoing incident,’ officials said.
“Out of an abundance of caution, Homestead Air Reserve Base evacuated personnel from base due to an ongoing incident,” base officials wrote in a statement posted to social media. “Please avoid the area of SW 137 Ave to Waterstone Blvd from SW 288 St to 312 St. Residents within this area, please remain in your homes. We will provide updates as they become available.”
According to CBS 4 Miami, citing sources, an “explosive device became loose and rolled into an area where it should not be.” The evacuation was prompted by the concern the device might explode.
No injuries were reported and the situation is believed to be under control.
The base is located at 29050 Coral Sea Blvd, in Homestead.
