Somalia: Explosion kills one person, wounds at least three others in Galkayo late Jan. 22

Event

An explosion near the Omar Samatar Secondary School in Galkayo reportedly left at least one person dead and three others injured late Jan. 22. Preliminary information suggests that the blast targeted a group of security forces personnel who were on patrol; the deceased individual and two of the wounded were reportedly soldiers. No group has as yet claimed responsibility for the incident; however, Al-Shabaab poses the greatest threat and regularly conducts attacks in the town.

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

Advice

Avoid the blast site until responders have determined that no further explosions are imminent and have given the all-clear. Heed the instructions of the local authorities. Plan for localized ground travel disruptions.