William Dunbar Public School Lockdown Pickering, Ontario — William Dunbar Public School, an elementary school in Pickering, has been placed in ‘Hold and Secure’ status this morning, authorities confirmed. The precautionary measure is part of standard safety procedures and ensures that students and staff remain inside the building while authorities assess a potential concern in the area.
During a ‘Hold and Secure,’ exterior doors are locked, and outdoor activity is suspended. Students and staff continue regular classroom activities, and no immediate threat is reported inside the school. The Pickering Police and Durham District School Board are closely coordinating with school administrators to monitor the situation and determine next steps.
Parents and guardians have been notified and are asked not to come to the school until further notice, as emergency responders manage the incident. Authorities emphasized that this is a precautionary measure, and the safety of students and staff remains the top priority.
Further updates will be provided once the situation is resolved and authorities confirm it is safe for normal school operations to resume.
This remains an active precautionary alert, and students and families are advised to stay informed through official school and police channels.
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