05 Jul 2022 | 08:32 AM UTC
Yemen: Explosion in Lawdar, July 5
Explosion kills and wounds several people near weapons depot in Lawdar, Yemen, July 5; increased security, disruptions likely
Event
An explosion occurred at a weapons depot in the Lawdar, Abyan Governorate, July 5, killing at least four people and wounding 20 others. The cause of the blast remains unclear.
Security forces will likely maintain a heightened security presence around the site of the blast until the associated investigation concludes. Increased security measures will almost certainly prompt transport and business disruptions in the affected area over the coming hours and days.
Advice
Avoid the blast site. Heed instructions of security officials.
