France: Situation normalizes following bomb threat in Bonifacio May 3 /update 1

Event

As of 21:30 (local time), the situation in the Corsican town of Bonifacio has normalized following an alleged false alarm concerning a reported bomb threat which led to the temporary evacuation and cordoning off of the Bastion de l'Etendard area of the city.

A heightened security presence is nevertheless expected in the area in the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Bonifacio are advised to remain vigilant, to report any suspicious behavior or objects, and to follow the instructions issued by local authorities.