28 Jun 2024 | 03:50 PM UTC
UK: Emergency response ongoing to unspecified incident in Bloomsbury, London June 28
Authorities are responding to an unspecified incident in the Bloomsbury district of London, UK, on June 28. Disruptions reported.
As of late afternoon June 28, authorities are responding to an unspecified incident in the Bloomsbury district of London. The Waitrose supermarket in the Brunswick Center and the nearby Russell Square tube station have been closed. Police have set up a cordon; local reports indicate that authorities are responding to a suspected explosive device.
Authorities will likely deploy ordnance disposal teams to the incident. Road closures and heightened security will continue until the operation is complete.
Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional time if traveling in Bloomsbury. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers.
