Law enforcement officials are responding to an active shooter situation at Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola. The gates to NAS Pensacola and Corry Station are closed.

A statement from NAS Pensacola reads, "NAS Pensacola Navy Security Forces and local law enforcement entities are responding to an active shooter situation March 6 onboard Corry Station. Our Security team is responding swiftly and expertly with our local law enforcement partners," said Capt. Chandra Newman. "Our concern is always the safety and welfare of our service members and their families. Gates to NAS Pensacola and Corry Station areas of operations are closed. More information will be posted to the air station's social media sites as it becomes available."&nbsp;

"Our Security team is responding swiftly and expertly with our local law enforcement partners," said Capt. Chandra Newman. "Our concern is always the safety and welfare of our service members and their families."&nbsp;

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<div class="author-bio"><p>Rachel Wolf is a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital and FOX Business.</p></div>

The active shooter incident unfolded on Thursday morning. In a statement, Capt. Chandra Newman said, "Our Security team is responding swiftly and expertly with our local law enforcement partners. Our concern is always the safety and welfare of our service members and their families."{ai:summary}<p>An active shooter situation is underway at Naval Air Station Pensacola, prompting the closure of gates at both NAS Pensacola and Corry Station. Navy Security Forces are collaborating with local law enforcement to ensure the safety of service members and their families. </p><p>Updates will be provided via the air station's social media as the situation develops. #military</p>

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