18 Aug 2024 | 06:59 PM UTC
Israel: Lingering heightened security, transport disruptions likely in Tel Aviv after truck explosion kills at least one person on Lehi Road Aug. 18
Truck explosion kills one person on Lehi Road in Tel Aviv, Israel, late Aug. 18; lingering increased security, transport disruptions likely.
Officials will likely maintain a heightened security presence in parts of southern Tel Aviv over the coming hours after a truck explosion occurred on the city's Lehi Road/Lod Road late Aug. 18. The blast reportedly killed at least one person and injured another; the individual killed in the blast was the driver of the truck. Authorities have deployed to the scene and launched an investigation into the incident. Police have asserted that the explosion was likely criminal in nature and not a terror attack.
Authorities may close Lehi Road/Lod Road or other nearby routes on short notice to facilitate their investigative work. Transport disruptions will likely affect areas subject to heightened security and road closures.
Avoid the affected segment of Lehi Road/Lod Road until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the vicinity. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
