Somalia: Explosion reported in Beledweyne, morning June 27

Event

Reports indicate that a roadside bomb exploded near Beledweyne town, Hiran Region, morning June 27. Unconfirmed reports indicate that at least three people have died and several others were injured in the incident. The blast reportedly targeted a convoy carrying the region's governor Ali Jeyte. Officials may revise casualty numbers in the coming hours. No group has claimed the attack.

Heightened security is likely in the impact area in the coming hours. The emergency response could result in localized ground travel delays.

Advice

Avoid the impact site. Heed the directives of the authorities. Plan for localized ground travel delays.