US: Fire at the Navy Yard prompts security alert at US Capitol in Washington, DC Jan. 18

Event

Authorities in Washington, DC locked down the US Capitol and urged people to stay inside due to an external security threat Jan. 18. Following an investigation, it appears that a fire at the Navy Yard had prompted the security alert. The fire, which had broken out in the 100 block of H Street Southeast, has been extinguished.

Heightened security and associated ground travel disruptions are likely near the Capitol in the coming hours.

Advice

Heed the directions of authorities. Avoid the area until given the all clear by officials.