The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is advising the public that sounds of gunfire and explosives coming from the Central Florida Fairgrounds this week are part of a planned training exercise.
Members of the sheriff’s office, the Orange County Fire Rescue, and other medical personnel will participate in a full-scale critical incident training exercise on Wednesday, June 28, at the fairgrounds, which are located at 4603 W Colonial Drive.
County officials are warning residents who live around the area that they may hear loud noises from simulated gunfire and explosives.
“Please be aware, this is an exercise in a safe, controlled environment,” reads a statement from the sheriff’s office.
The training exercises will take place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., according to police.