07 Nov 2018 | 02:50 PM UTC
Spain: Residual disruptions after evacuation at Madrid Atocha station Nov. 7
Residual disruptions to rail services reported at Madrid’s Atocha train station on November 7 following temporary evacuation prompted by reports of a suspicious object
Event
Residual disruptions to rail services are being reported at Madrid's Atocha train station as of the early afternoon (local time) of Wednesday, November 7. Earlier on Wednesday, security forces ordered the evacuation of the train station following reports of a suspicious object. A heightened security presence is expected in the area in the near term. Residual rail disruptions are to be anticipated in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in Madrid are advised to allow for extra time to reach their destination.