Law enforcement officers were swiftly dispatched today, Friday, November 10, 2023, to Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center in Mount Vista, Washington, following reports of an active threat. The medical center, located in Vancouver, Washington, implemented a lockdown, urging individuals on the premises to shelter in place.
As of the latest update, it has been confirmed that the lockdown has been lifted. A concerned individual, present during the incident, took to social media to share their harrowing experience, stating, “For all that’s wondering the lockdown lifted and we are no longer sheltering in place. That was definitely one of the scariest moments of my freaking life. I am at Legacy Salmon Creek, and they had a lockdown for an active threat. We all hid. Made me really feel for our children who have to fear this and practice this situation daily.”
The incident underscores the ongoing concerns about safety in public spaces and the impact on individuals, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance and preparedness. Further details about the nature of the threat and the response from law enforcement are expected to be released as the situation is investigated.
