Pittsburgh Public Schools To Operate On Modified Lockdown Today

By: KDKA-TV News Staff

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - All buildings in the Pittsburgh Public Schools district will operate today in a modified lockdown.

The district made the decision out of an abundance of caution due to a social media post that has been circulating.

"While we do not believe the threat to be credible, we take all threats seriously," the district said in a statement.

For students and staff, a modified lockdown means that they will remain inside the building and only visitors with a prior appointment are permitted to enter school buildings.

Pittsburgh Public Schools Police contacted the Pittsburgh Police in regard to the threat.