Pakistan: Explosion occurs on passenger train near Chichawatni, Punjab Province, morning of Feb. 16

Event

An explosion killed at least one person and injured three others on a Jaffar Express passenger train near Chichawatni, Punjab Province, the morning of Feb. 16. The blast reportedly took place as the train was leaving Chichawatni Station. Emergency crews are responding to the incident. No group has claimed responsibility for the explosion.

Heightened security measures are likely near the blast site in the coming hours. Rail service disruptions will likely continue in the area over the coming days until the scene is cleared. Further attacks are possible.

Chichawatni is approximately 94 km (58 miles) south-southwest of Faisalabad.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the blasts until authorities give the all-clear. Reconfirm rail services in the area. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the incident site; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the immediate area and any related disruptions. Heed the instructions of local officials.