Bomb threat with suspected dynamite device reported, Gainesville FL


A suspicious device resembling dynamite was found near Windmeadows Blvd & SW 34th St, prompting a bomb threat alert. Authorities initiated evacuation and a reverse 911 call for nearby residents to stay indoors while safety checks and render safe procedures begin.
Audio|Source: Gainesville Police and Alachua Fire
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Transcript:
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This time, bomb squads on scene for a suspected device that appears similar in shape and size of dynamite.
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Accusations are being double-checked and verified to ensure the safety of all residents within the area.
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Reverse 911[1] has been established for anybody who's not been contacted to stay indoors.
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Once those checks have been completed, we will start our operations, we will notify again when those operations begin.
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Prior to starting our render safe procedures, there may be what sounds like a shotgun going off.
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I will notify and advise when that firing takes place.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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Reverse 911: Outbound emergency public alert/notification system
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