UK: Suspicious package prompts evacuation in Belfast, Aug. 8

Event

Authorities are investigating a suspicious package in the Rossnareen Park area of Belfast as of the afternoon of Aug. 8. Police have implemented road closures and asked the public to avoid the impacted area. The road closures are currently being enforced at the junctions of Shaw's Road and Lenadoon Avenue, Shaw's Road and Rossnareen Road, and Rossnareen Park and Rossnareen Avenue. The police did not immediately confirm further details regarding the situation.

Increased security measures are likely until authorities complete investigations and give the all-clear. Localized traffic disruptions are likely in the vicinity until operations conclude.

Advice

Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized traffic disruptions and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Heed all security personnel instructions.