‘All clear’ issued after suspicious package reported at Fort Stewart education center

FORT STEWART, Ga. (WTOC) - [UPDATE 2:46 p.m. 7/20/2026] Military officials announced an all clear has been issued, they said the Education Center will remain closed Monday and will re-open Tuesday with normal hours of operation.

[UPDATE 12:13 p.m. 7/20/2026] Fort Stewart officials announced the Wooldridge Gate (#1) is closed to all inbound and outbound traffic effective immediately due to a suspicious package.

[ORIGINAL STORY] A suspicious package was reported around 10 a.m. at Fort Stewart’s Paul R. Smith Education Center, prompting an evacuation as a precaution.

Military officials said emergency services are on scene and are investigating the incident. Officials say the building will remain closed for the rest of the day, and all evening college classes have been canceled.

People are advised to stay clear of the area as the investigation continues.

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