UK: Police responding to an incident in the Bootle area of Liverpool, April 27

Event

Police are responding to an incident in the vicinity of Stanley Road in Liverpool's Bootle area, April 27. The nature of the incident is unclear; unconfirmed reports indicate officials are responding to a gas leak. Several roads in the area have been closed.

Heightened security is likely in the area in the coming hours. Public transport is likely to be disrupted. Increased congestion is also likely on surrounding routes. Precautionary evacuations of nearby buildings are possible.

Advice

Avoid the area as a precaution. Heed the directives of security personnel. Plan for road travel delays.