Developing: Another local threat, this one a bomb threat at Augusta Health

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office reported Wednesday afternoon that it is investigating a bomb threat at Augusta Health in Fishersville.

Law enforcement, fire and rescue personnel are on scene conducting an investigation and screening the hospital with explosive detection K9s.

Access to the hospital campus is currently being restricted, with the exception of the Emergency Department.

Patients and visitors are encouraged to avoid the area until further notice.

“If you have an emergency, we will get you into the hospital,” County Sheriff Donald L. Smith said.