Japan: Authorities halt West Kyushu Shinkansen service in Kyushu the afternoon of Sept. 28 due to bomb threat

Event

Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) suspended service on the West Kyushu Shinkansen line at around 15:00 amid a bomb threat. The threat was emailed to officials in cities along the rail line in Nagasaki Prefecture, indicating that explosives would detonate at a specific time. JR Kyushu has halted service between Takeo Onsen and Nagasaki stations as a precaution. It is unclear how long the disruption will last, as officials will probably conduct checks along the long at affected railway stations.

Increased security is likely near stations along the line until authorities investigate the site and give the all-clear. Evacuations at nearby buildings if officials discover any explosives.

Advice

Exercise caution if operating near the affected area; follow all police instructions. Avoid affected stations until officials give the all-clear. Monitor rail services schedules.