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Students evacuate from Florida high school

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PARKLAND, FL (RNN) - There are reports of shots fired with injuries at Marjory Stoneman Douglas high school in Parkland, Fl. The shooter is still at large.

Local media reports say multiple people are injured, some reporting up to 20.

According to officials, the school is located in Parkland, FL, northwest of Fort Lauderdale.

Police are evacuating students, who can be seen leaving the school with their hands up. According to reports, there are students still inside.

Florida Gov. Rick Scott said in a tweet that he is aware of the situation.

“I’ve spoken with Broward Sheriff Scott Israel, Broward Schools Superintendent Robert Runcie and FDLE Commissioner Rick Swearingen regarding Stoneman Douglas High School,” Scott said. “We’ll continue to receive updates from law enforcement.”

The public high school has an enrollment of 3,158 students.

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