Pakistan: Increased security likely after explosion at building in Bihar Colony area of Lyari Town, Karachi, injures several, late Oct. 16

Event

Authorities will likely maintain increased security following a grenade explosion at a building in the Bihar Colony area of Lyari Town, Karachi, that injured three people late Oct. 16. No further details concerning the nature of the attack were available, and no group has as yet claimed responsibility for the incident. Officials are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.

Heightened security and associated localized transport disruptions are likely. Additional small-scale explosions cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid the incident site. Exercise increased caution near the impacted area over the coming hours. Allow additional travel time near Bihar Colony. Heed all official transport and security advisories.