Port Hueneme Shooting: Active Shooter, Lockdown at Port Hueneme Naval Base, Ventura County, CA
PORT HUENEME, Calif. — An active shooter situation was reported Tuesday morning at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, leading to an immediate lockdown of the military installation, according to official alerts sent to base personnel.
Authorities clarified that the incident is taking place on the naval base itself and does not involve the nearby civilian port facilities. All personnel on the base were instructed to seek shelter in the nearest secure building and activate established lockdown procedures.
A base-wide emergency notification stated, “Due to an act of violence situation, all personnel onboard Port Hueneme are directed to seek shelter in the nearest building and activate lockdown plans. Remain indoors until further instructions are received.” Officials emphasized that the alert was not part of a drill.
Emergency communications specifically referenced the Port Hueneme Navy Branch Medical Clinic, signaling heightened concern in that area as military security forces and law enforcement responded to the situation.
Members of the public and nearby residents were advised to avoid the area while authorities worked to secure the installation. At this time, officials have not released information regarding any injuries, the status of a suspect, or the cause of the incident.
The situation remains active and fluid. Authorities are expected to provide updates as additional details become available and the response continues.
