(Storm Lake, Iowa) — The Storm Lake Police Department, Sunday afternoon, issued a community safety alert pertaining to an armed and barricaded person. According to the Storm Lake Police Department Facebook, at approximately 4:55 p.m. Storm Lake PD officers were at 3rd and Oneida Street dealing with an armed and barricaded individual.

According to SLPD, earlier in the day deputies were involved in a vehicle pursuit that ended at the current scene. Authorities say the individual was actively firing at responding officers. Their Facebook post said “This is an extremely dangerous situation, and for your safety, we strongly urge all residents in the immediate vicinity to evacuate the area if it is safe to do so. If evacuation is not possible, please shelter in place, remain indoors, and stay away from windows or doors. Lock your doors and secure your property. Avoid the area completely, as it remains an active and volatile scene.”

No other details, and no updates have been provided as of this report. (Photos from the SLPD Facebook page)