HEMET: 911 calls force temporary lock downs at three schools

HEMET – Several Hemet area schools were placed on temporary lock down today, after law enforcement officers received “911 calls” in connection with one of the schools, Monday, May 8. Officials lifted the lock downs just after 1:20 p.m., according to a school district official. There were no reported injuries or incidents related to the short lock down. The incident […]

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“Shelter-In-Place” vs “Lock Down” at my child’s school…what is the difference?

With numerous recent incidents involving area schools activating their “lock down” or “shelter-in-place” protocols, many parents have been left wondering what the difference between the two emergency protocols are.Shelter-in-place and lock down are two options for protecting students during times of crisis or emergency. The Riverside County Office of Education has created emergency plans covering a variety of crisis, including fire, […]

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WVHS Disturbance Causes 25 Minute “Shelter In Place” Emergency Activation

Written by Trevor Montgomery Riverside County News Source On Scene Reporter: Eddie George Hemet News   Hemet, Calif.; This morning, at around 9:45 a.m., West Valley High School experienced a disturbance caused by a student who attends the school. The disturbance caused the school to activate their “Shelter In Place” mode as a precautionary measure. The disturbance was caused by […]

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