Ukraine: Odessa airport evacuated after bomb threat April 18

Event

A bomb threat forced evacuations of passengers and personnel at the Odessa International Airport (ODS) as of the morning (local time) of Thursday, April 18. Airport employees received the threat via email at approximately 08:26; an investigation into the origin of the threat is ongoing. A heightened security presence is to be expected at the airport in the coming hours. Flight disruptions are also possible.

Advice

Individuals in Odessa are advised to avoid the affected areas, monitor developments to the situation, and report any suspicious behavior or activity to the authorities. Travelers flying to or from ODS are advised to confirm the status of their flight prior to leaving for the airport.