The Uvalde Police Department is continuing its efforts to prepare for tragedy. On Wednesday, the department held a joint active shooter training with 10 surrounding agencies.

Law enforcement agencies across Texas participated in a three-day behavioral threat assessment training in Uvalde.

Kendall County, Texas The Kendall County Sheriffs Office announced it will be conducting a large joint training exercise on Wednesday, Sept. 9. The training exercise will begin at 8:00 a.m. in the 1000 block of East Blanco Road. According to an announcement by the Sheriffs Office, residents, patrons and motorists will see an increase in law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services in the area during the training exercise. The Sheriffs Office said it will be partnering with neighboring agencies to conduct the training, so residents will see patrol vehicles from neighboring jurisdictions in the area as well. The Sheriffs Office said the training will end by 5:00 p.m. Wednesday.