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05 Nov 2018 | 10:12 PM UTC

UK: Suspicious package forces evacuation of Heathrow Terminal 4 Nov. 5

Heathrow Airport (LHR) Terminal 4 evacuated following reports of suspicious package on November 5; flight disruptions anticipated

Warning

Event

Authorities evacuated parts of Heathrow Airport's (LHR) Terminal 4 following report of a suspicious package near an El Al Israel Airlines check-in counter on the evening (local time) of Monday, November 5. Security forces are reportedly on the scene and are investigating the situation. Details are still emerging. Flight disruptions (including delays and cancelations) are to be anticipated in the coming hours. 

Advice

Travelers are advised to confirm the status of their flights prior to departure for the airport and to contact their airlines for more information. Report all suspicious objects and behavior to the police and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities.