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Officials investigate bomb threat in Southbank area, building evacuated

The building was self-evacuated by building management, according to authorities.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla — Officials are responding to reports of a bomb threat in the Southbank area, near San Marco. 

The investigation is happening in the 800 block of Prudential Drive.  

Officials said they are searching a 22 story building but so far have found no evidence of a bomb. Dogs are searching outside of the building.

The building was self-evacuated by building management, according to authorities.

The road is closed while officials investigate, please use caution and avoid the area, if possible. 

This is an active investigation. No further information is available, at this time.

First Coast News has a crew on the way to the scene and will update this story as soon as more information is available.

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