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11 Nov 2020 | 10:15 AM UTC

Ethiopia: Blast injures one in Addis Ababa November 11

Blast seriously injures one in Addis Ababa on November 11; remain vigilant and monitor situation

Warning

Event

According to a federal police spokesman, a blast seriously injured an individual in Addis Ababa on Wednesday morning, November 11. Local reports indicate that the explosion took place under the capital's Adwa Bridge.

As of Wednesday morning, the cause of the blast remains unclear with no clear indication of whether the incident could be linked to the ongoing conflict in the northern Tigray region. Localized disruptions are possible in the area in the near term.

Advice

Those in Addis Ababa are advised to monitor the situation, remain vigilant, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments.