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Workers and visitors at Fort Lee may hear simulated gunfire today as part of an active shooter drill, the post announced Monday.

The exercise, which will include state and federal authorities, will test Fort Lee’s emergency response procedures, a spokesman said.

“The purpose of the exercise is to evaluate current response concepts, plans and capabilities for an active shooter event on Fort Lee,” said Scott Brown, chief of the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security.

Post employees, contractors and visitors also may experience delays during shelter-in-place procedures or because of temporary road closures associated with the exercise, Fort Lee said.

“This is how we exercise and evaluate the installation’s ability to respond and recover from an emergency incident,” Brown said. “We appreciate the patience and full cooperation of everyone affected by this important assessment of our plans and personnel.”