Somalia: Explosion in Marka, Jan. 22

Event

A roadside explosion was reported in Marka, Jan. 22. The explosion reportedly occurred in a market place. An unspecified number of casualties have been reported. While no group has formally claimed responsibility, Al-Shabaab poses the greatest threat and regularly conducts attacks in the town.

Marka town is 109 km (68 miles) southwest of the capital, Mogadishu.

Security forces will likely deploy to the impact site in the coming hours. Ground travel and commercial service disruptions are possible in the area.

Advice

Avoid the blast site. Heed the directives of the local authorities. Plan for ground travel disruptions.