Pakistan: Explosion at ordnance factory kills at least three, injures two in Wah Cantonment, northwest of Islamabad, Aug. 12 /update 1

Event

Lingering disruptions are likely following a large explosion at an ordnance factory in Wah Cantonment, Punjab Province. The explosion, which occurred late Aug. 12, killed at least three people and injured two others. Official casualty figures could rise. The blast reportedly occurred due to an unspecified technical problem. The explosion damaged some nearby structures.

Numerous personnel have deployed to the area to investigate the incident. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely near the incident site, which is located approximately 22 km (14 miles) west-northwest of central Islamabad, through at least early Aug. 13.

Advice

Avoid the incident site as a precaution. Follow all official orders. Plan for transport disruptions in and near Wah Cantonment.