Port Charlotte High School under lockdown following threat; deputies on scene

Port Charlotte High School is on lockdown Wednesday afternoon following a threat. According to the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, the school entered lockdown after 1:40 p.m. Wednesday after a reported threat. Deputies are on scene and investigating while the school remains in lockdown. Count on Gulf Coast News to keep you updated as this story develops. DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV