New Zealand: Officials responding to bomb threat against City Council building in Hamilton early May 21

Event

Authorities are responding to a bomb threat made against the Hamilton City Council building early May 21. A message sent late May 20 claimed that a bomb attack would target the facility. Police have evacuated the structure until at least 12:00 May 21 as a precaution.

Localized ground transport disruptions are possible near the threatened location. Police may close sections of nearby roadways. Evacuation orders and localized business disruptions are possible.

Advice

Heed the instructions of local security personnel. Avoid threatened areas as a precaution. Allow additional travel time near the Hamilton City Council building.