ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — UPDATE: The bomb threat has been cleared and students are being allowed back in school. No device was found, St. Petersburg police officials said.
Students were evacuated from Northeast High School Friday morning after a bomb threat was reported on campus, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department (SPPD).
Police said officers are actively investigating the threat and evacuated students as a precaution.
Authorities warned of a heavy police presence in the area that may cause traffic delays near the school, according to a SPPD news release.
Police said 54th Avenue North is shut down in both directions between Interstate 275 and 17th Street North.
A spokesperson said an update will be released once officers determine it is safe for students to return to class.
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