08 Jul 2021 | 03:31 PM UTC
Belgium: Brussels Airport evacuated due to unattended luggage, July 8
Authorities evacuate Brussels Airport, Belgium, July 8 due to unattended luggage. Heightened security, disruptions likely.
Event
Authorities at Brussels Airport (BRU) evacuated the departure halls at around 16:00 July 8 due to concerns regarding unattended luggage. The evacuation is likely to have been ordered as a precaution to allow authorities to conduct necessary investigations.
The evacuation will likely cause knock-on disruption to security procedures and flight operations at the airport. It is not clear when travelers will be permitted to reenter the airport.
Advice
Reconfirm flight schedules if traveling from or through BRU, July 8. Allow extra time for clearing pre-flight security procedures.
