May 28, 2025
First Responders will be conducting a joint exercise involving an active shooter Today May 28, 2025 at Alva High School from the hours of 2:00 PM- 6:00 PM. This exercise will involve multiple agencies including Alva Public Schools, Alva Police Department, Alva EMS, Alva Fire Department, Woods County 911, Woods County Emergency Management, Woods County Sheriffs Office and Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
During the exercise personnel will be responding to the scene and will be limiting access to the immediate area while the exercise is being conducted. Please keep in mind this is only an exercise, residents nearby may hear noises or activities of concern. It is essential for agencies to train and exercise their response to better prepare responders and staff for a better more efficient response in the event of an incident taking place.