Today, the Dorchester County Emergency Management Department and local emergency response agencies will be conducting a planned active shooter training exercise at Williams Memorial Elementary School.

As part of the exercise, community members may notice an increased presence of emergency vehicles and first responders at the school throughout the day.

This is only a training exercise. There is no emergency and no threat to the school or the surrounding community.

We appreciate the continued partnership of our local public safety agencies as they work to ensure our schools remain safe and prepared.

Thank you for your understanding and support.